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Table of Contents
Unit 1
Module 1: Special Products and Factors.................................. 1
Module Map..................................................................................... 2
Pre-Assessment................................................................................. 3
Learning Goals................................................................................. 7

Lesson 1: Special Products................................................................. 8
Activity 1.............................................................................. 9
Activity 2.............................................................................. 9
Activity 3.............................................................................. 10
Activity 4.............................................................................. 11
Activity 5.............................................................................. 13
Activity 6.............................................................................. 15
Activity 7.............................................................................. 16
Activity 8..............................................................................
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Activity 9.............................................................................. 18
Activity 10............................................................................. 19
Activity 11............................................................................. 21
Activity 12............................................................................. 22
Activity 13............................................................................. 22
Activity 14............................................................................. 23
Activity 15............................................................................. 24
Activity 16............................................................................. 24
Activity 17............................................................................. 25

Lesson 2: Factoring............................................................................ 27
Activity 1.............................................................................. 27
Activity 2.............................................................................. 28
Activity 3.............................................................................. 29
Activity 4.............................................................................. 30
Activity 5.............................................................................. 32
Activity 6.............................................................................. 32
Activity 7.............................................................................. 34
Activity 8.............................................................................. 35
Activity 9.............................................................................. 36
Activity 10............................................................................. 37
Activity 11............................................................................. 39
Activity 12............................................................................. 41
Activity 13............................................................................. 44
Activity 14............................................................................. 45
Activity 15............................................................................. 45
Activity 16............................................................................. 46
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Activity 24.............................................................................
Activity 25.............................................................................
Activity 26.............................................................................

SUMMARY/SYNTHESIS/GENERALIZATION..................................................

GLOSSARY OF TERMS..............................................................................

REFERENCES AND WEBSITE LINKS USED IN THIS MODULE.......................
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Module 2: RATIONAL ALGEBRAIC EXPRESSIONS AND

ALGEBRAIC EXPRESSIONS WITH INTEGRAL
EXPONENTS.............................................................. 59
Module Map..................................................................................... 60
Pre-Assessment................................................................................. 61
Learning Goals................................................................................. 65

Lesson 1: Rational Algebraic Expressions.......................................... 66
Activity 1.............................................................................. 66
Activity 2.............................................................................. 67
Activity 3.............................................................................. 68
Activity 4.............................................................................. 68
Activity 5.............................................................................. 69
Activity 6.............................................................................. 70
Activity 7.............................................................................. 70
Activity 8..............................................................................
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Activity 10............................................................................. 73
Activity 11............................................................................. 74
Activity 12............................................................................. 74
Activity 13............................................................................. 75
Activity 14............................................................................. 76
Activity 15............................................................................. 76
Activity 16............................................................................. 77
Activity 17............................................................................. 79
Activity 18............................................................................. 79
Activity 19............................................................................. 82
Activity 20............................................................................. 84

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Lesson 2: Operations on Rational Algebraic Expressions....................
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Unit 2
Module 3: RELATIONS AND FUNCTIONS....................................113
Module Map..................................................................................... 114

Pre-Assessment................................................................................. 115

Lesson 1: Rectangular Coordinate System......................................... 119
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Activity 2.............................................................................. 119
Activity 3.............................................................................. 120
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Activity 11............................................................................ 134
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Activity 13............................................................................ 135
Activity 14............................................................................ 136

Lesson 2: Representations of Relations and Functions....................... 138
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Activity 5.............................................................................. 150
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Activity 10............................................................................. 160
Activity 11............................................................................. 162
Activity 12............................................................................. 164
Activity 13............................................................................. 165
Activity 14............................................................................. 166

Lesson 3: Linear Function and Its Applications................................. 168
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Activity 10............................................................................. 190
Activity 11............................................................................. 191
Activity 12............................................................................. 191
Activity 13............................................................................. 192
Activity 14............................................................................. 193
Activity 15............................................................................. 193
Activity 16............................................................................. 194
Activity 17............................................................................. 195
Activity 18............................................................................. 197
Activity 19............................................................................. 198
Activity 20............................................................................. 199
Activity 21............................................................................. 199
Activity 22............................................................................. 200
Activity 23............................................................................. 201
Activity 24............................................................................. 202
SUMMARY/SYNTHESIS/GENERALIZATION.................................................. 204

GLOSSARY OF TERMS.............................................................................. 206

REFERENCES AND WEBSITE LINKS USED IN THIS MODULE....................... 207
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Module 4: LINEAR INEQUALITIES IN TWO VARIABLES..............209
Module Map..................................................................................... 210

Pre-Assessment................................................................................. 211
Activity 1......................................................................................... 216
Activity 2......................................................................................... 217
Activity 3......................................................................................... 218
Activity 4......................................................................................... 219
Activity 5......................................................................................... 220
Activity 6......................................................................................... 221
Activity 7......................................................................................... 225
Activity 8.........................................................................................
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Activity 9......................................................................................... 226
Activity 10.......................................................................................
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Activity 11....................................................................................... 230
Activity 12....................................................................................... 231
Activity 13....................................................................................... 232
Activity 14....................................................................................... 233
Activity 15....................................................................................... 236
Activity 16....................................................................................... 237
Activity 17....................................................................................... 238



Module 5: SYSTEMS OF LINEAR EQUATIONS AND

INEQUALITIES IN TWO VARIABLES.......................... 243
Module Map..................................................................................... 244

Pre-Assessment................................................................................. 245
Learning Goals................................................................................. 252

Lesson 1: Rational Algebraic Expressions..........................................
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Activity 11............................................................................ 284
Activity 12............................................................................
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Activity 13............................................................................. 285
Activity 14............................................................................. 286
Activity 15............................................................................. 286

Lesson 3: Graphical Solutions of Systems of Linear Inequalities in
Two Variables..................................................................... 290
Activity 1.............................................................................. 290
Activity 2.............................................................................. 292
Activity 3.............................................................................. 295
Activity 4.............................................................................. 296
Activity 5.............................................................................. 297
Activity 6.............................................................................. 299
Activity 7.............................................................................. 300
Activity 8..............................................................................
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Activity 9.............................................................................. 302



Unit 3
Module 6: REASONING............................................................. 315
Module Map.................................................................................... 316

Pre-Assessment................................................................................ 317

Lesson 1: If- then Statements............................................................
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Lesson 2: Inductive and Deductive Reasoning..................................
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Lesson 3: Writing Proofs.................................................................... 333
Activity ............................................................................... 339

Module 7: HOW STABLE AM I? TRIANGLE CONGRUENCE......... 343
Module Map.................................................................................... 344

Pre-Assessment................................................................................ 345

Lesson 1: Definition of Congruent Triangles.....................................
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Module 8: INEQUALITIES IN TRIANGLES...................................373
Module Map.................................................................................... 374

Pre-Assessment................................................................................ 375

Lesson 1: Inequalities in Triangles....................................................
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Activity 23............................................................................. 427
Activity 24............................................................................. 431
Activity 25............................................................................. 432


Module 9: PARALLELISM AND PERPENDICULARITY.................. 441
Module Map.................................................................................... 442

Pre-Assessment................................................................................ 443
Learning Goals................................................................................. 448
Activity 1......................................................................................... 448
Activity 2......................................................................................... 449
Activity 3......................................................................................... 449
Activity 4......................................................................................... 450
Activity 5......................................................................................... 451
Activity 6......................................................................................... 453
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Activity 23....................................................................................... 476



Unit 4
Module 10: MEASURES OF CENTRAL TENDENCY AND

MEASURES OF VARIABILITY..................................485

Module Map.................................................................................. 487
Pre-Assessment............................................................................. 488

Lesson 1: Measures of Central Tendency of Ungrouped Data............

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Module 11: INTRODUCTION TO PROBABILITY...........................555

Module Map.................................................................................. 556
Pre-Assessment............................................................................. 557

Learning Goals.............................................................................. 561

Lesson 1: Basic Concepts of Probability............................................

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SPECIAL PRODUCTS
AND FACTORS
I.
INTRODUCTION AND FOCUS QUESTIONS
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Have you at a certain time asked yourself how a basketball court was painted
using the least number of paint? Or how the architect was able to maximize the space
of a building and was able to place all amenities the owners want? Or how a carpenter
was able to create a utility box using minimal materials? Or how some students were
able to multiply polynomial expressions in a least number of time?

This module will help you recognize patterns and techniques in finding products,
and factors, and mathematical as well as real-life problems.

After finishing the module, you should be able to answer the following questions:
a. How can polynomials be used to solve geometric problems?
b. How are products obtained through patterns?
c.
How are factors related to products?
II. LESSONS AND COVERAGE

In this module, you will examine the aforementioned questions when you study
the following lessons:

Lesson 1 Special Products

Lesson 2 Factoring
In these lessons, you will learn to:

Lesson 1
Special
Products
Lesson 2
Factoring
identify polynomials which are special products through pattern

recognition
find special products of certain polynomials
apply special products in solving geometric problems
solve problems involving polynomials and their products
factor completely different types of polynomials
find factors of products of polynomials
solve problems involving polynomials and their factors.
Module Map
Map
Module

Here is a simple map of the lessons that will be covered in this module:
Special Products
Factoring
Square of a Binomial
Common Monomial Factor

Difference of Two Squares
Square of a Trinomial
Perfect Square Trinomial
Sum and Difference of Two

Terms
General Trinomial
Cube of a Binomial
Sum and Difference of Two

Cubes
Grouping
Applications

Find out how much you already know about this module. Write the letter that
corresponds to the best answer on your answer sheet.
III. PRE-ASSESSMENT
1.
Which mathematical statement is correct?
a.
b.
c.
d.
2.
Which of the following DOES NOT belong to the group?
a.

b.

c.

d.
(2x y) (3x y) = 6x2 5xy + y2

(4x 5) (4x 5) =16x2 40x + 25
(3x 4) (2x + 7) = 6x2 13x 28
(2x + 5)2 = 4x2 + 20x + 25
1 4
x 1
4
x2 0.0001y4
8(x 1)3 27
(x + 1)4 4x6
3.
Which of the following gives a product of x2 + 5x + 4?
a.
b.
c.
d.
4.
A polynomial expression is evaluated for the x- and y-values shown in the table
below. Which expression gives the values shown in the third column?
a.
b.
c.
d.
5.
(x + 1)(x + 4)
(x + 2)(x + 2)
(x + 5)(x 1)
(x + 2)2
0
-1
1
1
0
-1
1
-1
x2 y2
x2 + 2xy + y2
x2 2xy + y2
x3 y3
Find the missing terms: (x + ___)(3x + ___) = 3x2 + 27x + 24

a.
b.
c.
d.
6, 4
4, 6
8, 3
12, 2
Value of the
Expression
0
0
0
4
6.
a.
b.
c.
d.
7.
2a 3
2a + 3
c.
d.
2a 8
2a + 8
The area of a square is 4x2 +12x + 9 square units. Which expression represents
the length of the side?
a.
b.
9.
W(2L 5) (3H + 4) = 520

W(2W + 5) (3W 4) = 520
W(2W 5) (3W 4) = 520
W(2W 5) (3W + 4) = 520
One of the factors of 2a2 + 5a 12 is a + 4. What is the other factor?

a.
b.
8.
The length of a box is five meters less than twice the width. The height is 4 meters
more than three times the width. The box has a volume of 520 cubic meters.
Which of the following equations can be used to find the height of the box?
(3x + 2) units
(2x + 3) units
c.
d.
(4x + 9) units
(4x + 3) units
The side of a square is x cm long. The length of a rectangle is 5 cm longer than

the side of the square and the width is 5 cm shorter. Which statement is true?
a.
b.
c.
d.
The area of the square is greater than the area of the rectangle.
The area of the square is less than the area of the rectangle.
The area of the square is equal to the area of the rectangle.
Any relationship cannot be determined from the given information.
10. A square piece of land was rewarded by a landlord to his tenant. They agreed that
a portion of it represented by the rectangle inside should be used to construct a
grotto. How large is the area of the land that is available for the other purposes?

5 2x

2x 1

a.
b.
c.
d.
4x2 9
4x2 + x + 9
4x2 8x 9
4x2 + 9
2x 1
11. Which value for x will make the largest area of the square with a side of 3x + 2?
3
a.
4 c.

b. 0.4

d.

1

3
0.15
12. Which procedure could not be used to solve for the area of the figure below?

2x + 6

2x
a.
A = 5x2 + 20x
A = 5x2 + 20x
c.
A = [2x(2x + 6) + (x + 8)(2x)] 2(
A = 2x(3x + 14) 2(
1
)(x)(x + 8)
2
A = [4x2 + 12x) + (2x2 + 16x) (x2 + 8x)
A = 6x2 + 28x x2 8x
A = 5x2 + 20x
d.
1
(2x)(x + 8)

2
A = 4x2 + 12x + x2 + 8x
b.
x + 8
A = 2x (2x + 6) +
1
)(x)(x + 8)
2
A = 6x2 + 28x x2 8x
1
)(2 + x)(x + 8)
2
A = 4x2 + 12x + x2 + 8x
A = 2x(2x + 6) + (
A = 5x2 + 20x
13. Your classmate was asked to square (2x 3), he answered 4x2 9. Is his answer
correct?

.
a.
b.
c.
d.
Yes, because squaring a binomial always produces a binomial product.

Yes, because the product rule is correctly applied.
No, because squaring a binomial always produces a trinomial product.
No, because the answer must be 4x2 + 9
14. Let A: 4x2 81, and let B: (2x 9)(2x + 9). If x = 2, which statement is true about
A and B?
a.
A > B
b.
A < B
c.
A = B
d.
AB
15. Your sister plans to remodel her closet. She hired a carpenter to do the task. What
should your sister do so that the carpenter can accomplish the task according to
what she wants?

a.
b.
c.
d.
Show a replica of a closet.

Download a picture from the internet.
Leave everything to the carpenter.
Provide the layout drawn to scale.
16. Which of the following standards would best apply in checking the carpenters
work in item number 15?

a.
b.
c.
d.
accuracy of measurements and wise utilization of materials

accuracy of measurements and workmanship
workmanship and artistic design
workmanship and wise utilization of materials
17. The city mayor asked you to prepare a floor plan of the proposed day care center
in your barangay. The center must have a small recreational corner. As head of
the city engineering office, what will you consider in preparing the plan?

a.
b.
c.
d.
Feasibility and budget

Design and budget
Design and Feasibility
Budget and lot area
18. Suppose there is a harvest shortage in your farm because of malnourished soil.
What will you do to ensure a bountiful harvest in your farmland?

a.
b.
c.
d.
Hire number of workers to spread fertilizers in the farmland.

Buy several sacks of fertilizers and use them in your farmland.
Find the area of the farmland and buy proportionate number of sacks of
fertilizers.
Solve for the number of sacks of fertilizers proportionate to the number of
workers.
19. The Punong Barangay in your place noticed that garbage is not properly disposed
because the garbage bins available are too small. As the chairman of the health
committee, you were tasked to prepare garbage bins which can hold 24 ft3 of
garbage. However, the location where the garbage bins will be placed is limited.
H ow will you maximize the area?

a.
b.
c.
d.
Find the dimensions of the planned bin according to the capacity given.
Make trial and error bins until the desired volume is achieved.
Solve for the volume and use it in creating bins.
Find the area of the location of the bins.
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20. As head of the marketing department of a certain construction firm, you are
tasked to create a new packaging box for the soap products. What criteria will you
consider in creating the box?

a.
b.
c.
d.
Appropriateness and the resources used

Resources used and uniqueness
Appropriateness and uniqueness
Appropriateness and capacity

How was your performance in the pre-assessment? Were you able to answer all the
problems? Did you find difficulties in answering them? Are there questions familiar to you?
IV. LEARNING GOALS AND TARGETS

In this module, you will have the following targets:

Demonstrate understanding of the key concepts of special products and factors of

polynomials.
Formulate real-life problems involving special products and factors and solve
these with utmost accuracy using a variety of strategies.
Lesson
Special
Products
What to
to Know
Know
What

Let us start our study of this module by reviewing first the concepts on multiplying
polynomials, which is one of the skills needed in the study of this module. Discuss the
questions below with a partner.
PATTERNS WHERE ARE YOU?

Have you ever looked around and recognized different patterns? Have you asked
yourself what the worlds environment would look like if there were no patterns? Why do you
think there are patterns around us?

Identify the different patterns in each picture. Discuss your observations with a partner.
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Have you ever used patterns in simplifying mathematical expressions? What advantages
have you gained in doing such? Let us see how patterns are used to simplify mathematical
expressions by doing the activity below. Try to multiply the following numerical expressions.
Can you solve the following numerical expressions mentally?
97 103 =
25 25 =
99 99 99 =
Now, answer the following questions:
1.
2.
3.
The indicated products can be solved easily using different patterns.
What do you notice about the given expressions?

Did you solve them easily? Did you notice some patterns in finding their answers?
What technique/s did you use? What difficulties did you encounter?

Are your solutions different from your classmates? What did you use in order to find the
products easily?

The problems you have answered are examples of the many situations where we can
apply knowledge of special products. In this lesson, you will do varied activities which will
help you answer the question, How can unknown quantities in geometric problems
be solved?

Lets begin by answering the I portion of the IRF Worksheet shown below. Fill it up by
writing your initial answer to the topical focus question:
A ctivity 1 IRF WORKSHEET

Description:
Direction:
Below is the IRF worksheet which will determine your prior knowledge about
the topical question.
Answer the topical questions: (1) What makes a product special? and (2)
What patterns are involved in multiplying algebraic expressions? Write
your answer in the initial part of the IRF worksheet.
IRF Worksheet
Initial Answer
Revised Answer
Final Answer
A ctivity 2
COMPLETE ME!
Description:
Directions:
This activity will help you review multiplication of polynomials, the pre-requisite
skill to complete this module.
Complete the crossword polynomial by finding the indicated products below.
After completing the puzzle, discuss with a partner the questions that follow.
1
Across Down
1.
4.
5.
6.
9.
11.
12.
(a + 3)(a + 3)

(b + 4a)2

2a(-8a + 3a)

(b 2)(b 4)

-2a(b + 3 2a)

(5b2 + 7a2)(-5b2 + 7a2)
(a 6b)(a + 6b)
1.
2.
3.
5.
7.
8.
10.
(a + 9)(a 9)
(3 + a + b)2
(3b 4a)(3b 4a)
(-4a + b)(4a + b)
(2 a)(4 a)
(4a3 5b2)(4a3 + 5b2)
(2a + 6b)(2a 6b)
4
5
6
8
11
7
9
10
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1.
2.
3.
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A ctivity 3
GALLERY WALK
Description:
Direction:
This activity will enable you to review multiplication of polynomials.

Find the indicated product of the expressions that will be handed to your
group. Post your answers on your group station. Your teacher will give you
time to walk around the classroom and observe the answers of the other
groups. Answer the questions that follow.
Remember:
To multiply polynomials:
a(b + c)
= ab + ac
(a + b)(c + d)
= ac + ad + bc + bd
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How did you find each indicated product?

Did you encounter any difficulty in finding the products? Why?
What concept did you apply in finding the product?
1.
2.
3.
4.
CASE 1:
CASE 2:
(x + 5)(x 5) =
(a b)(a + b) =
(x + y)(x y) =
(x 8)(x + 8) =
(2x + 5)(2x 5) =
(x + 5)(x + 5) =
(a b)2 =
(x + y)(x + y) =
(x 8)2 =
(2x + 5)(2x + 5) =
CASE 3:
CASE 4:
(x + 5)3 =
(a b)(a b)(a b) =
(x + y)3 =
(x + 4)(x + 4)(x + 4) =
(x + 2y)3 =
(a + b + c)(a + b + c) =
(x + y + z)(x + y + z) =
(m + 2n 3f)2 =
How many terms do the products contain?

Compare the product with its factors. What is the relationship
between the factors and the terms of their product?
Do you see any pattern in the product?
How did this pattern help you in finding the product?
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You just tried finding the indicated products through the use of patterns. Are the
techniques applicable to all multiplication problems? When is it applicable and when is it not?

Let us now find the answers by going over the following section. What you will learn in
the next sections will enable you to do the final project. This involves making a packaging box
using the concepts of special products and factoring.

Let us start by doing the next activity.
What to
to Process
Process
What

Your goal in this section is to learn and understand key concepts related to finding
special products. There are special forms of algebraic expressions whose products are
readily seen. These are called special products. There are certain conditions which
would make a polynomial special. Discovering these conditions will help you find the
product of algebraic expressions easily. Let us start in squaring a binomial
The square of a binomial is expressed as (x + y)2 or (x + y)(x + y) and (x y)2 or

(x y)(x y). In your previous grade, you did this by applying the FOIL method, which is
sometimes tedious to do. There is an easier way in finding the desired product and that is what
we will consider here.
A ctivity 4 FOLD TO SQUARE

Description:
Directions:
In this activity, you will model the square of a binomial through paper folding.
Investigate the pattern that can be produced in this activity. This pattern will
help you find the square of a binomial easily. You can do this individually or
with a partner.
Get a square paper measuring 8 8.
1. Fold the square paper 1 wide from an edge and make a crease.
2. Fold the upper right corner by 1 and make a crease.
3. Unfold the paper.
4. Continue the activity by creating another model for squaring a binomial
by changing the measures of the folds to 2 in. and 3 in. Then answer
the questions below.
7
Remember:
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Area of square = s2
Area of rectangle = lw
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1.
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2.
3.
4.
5.
How many different regions are formed? What geometric figures are
formed? Give the dimensions of each region?
What is the area of each region?
What will be the area if the longer part is replaced by x? by x and 1?
What is the sum of the areas? Write the sum of areas in the box
below.
If 1 is replaced by y, what will be the area?
FIRST TERM
SECOND TERM
LAST TERM
(x + 1)
(x + 2)2
(x + 3)2
(x + y)2
2
Did you find any pattern? What pattern is it?

1.
2.
3.
How is the first term of the product related to the first term of the given binomial?
How is the last term of the product related to the last term of the given binomial?
What observation do you have about the middle term of the product and the
product of the first and last terms of the binomial?
Observe the following examples:
a. (x 3)2 = (x)2 3x 3x + (3)2 c. (3x + 4y)2 = (3x)2 + 12xy + 12xy + (4y)2

=
x2 2(3x) + 9 =
9x2 + 2(12xy) + 16y2
2
=
x 6x + 9 =
9x2 + 24xy + 16y2

b. (x + 5)2 = (x)2 + 5x + 5x + (5)2
=
x2 + 2(5x) + 25
=
x2 + 10x + 25
Remember:

Product rule
(am)(an) = am+n
Raising a power to a power

(am)n = amn
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The square of a binomial consists of:

a. the square of the first term;

b. twice the product of the first and last terms; and

c.
the square of the last term.

Remember that the square of a binomial is called a perfect square trinomial.

LETS PRACTICE!

Square the following binomials using the pattern you have just learned.
1.
(s + 4)2
5.
(3z + 2k)2
9.
2.
(w 5)2
6.
(5d 7d2t)2
10.
4
kj 6)2
5
[(x + 3) 5]2
(
(7q2w2 4w2)2
2

4. (2q 4)2
8. ( e 6)2
2

The square of a binomial is just one example of special products. Do the next activity to
discover another type of special product, that is squaring a trinomial.

3.
(e 7)2
A ctivity 5
Description:
Directions:
7.
DISCOVER ME AFTER!
(PAPER FOLDING AND CUTTING)
In this activity you will model and discover the pattern on how a trinomial is
squared, that is (a + b + c)2. Investigate and observe the figure that will be
formed.
Get a 10 10 square paper. Fold the sides 7, 3 and 1 vertically and make
creases. Using the same measures, fold horizontally and make creases.
The resulting figure should be the same as the figure below.
1
a
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
How many regions are formed? What are the dimensions of each
region in the figure?
What are the areas of each region?
If the side of the biggest square is replaced by a, how will you
represent its area?
If one of the dimensions of the biggest rectangle is replaced by b,
how will you represent its area?
If the side of the smaller square is replaced by c, how will you
represent its area?
What is the sum of the areas of all regions? Do you observe any
pattern in the sum of their areas?
Observe the following examples and take note of your observation.

a.
b.
c.
(x + y + z)2 = x2 + y2 + z2 + 2xy + 2yz + 2xz

(m + n d)2 = m2 + n2 + d2 + 2mn 2md 2nd
(3d + 2e + f)2 = 9d2 + 4e2 + f2 + 12de + 6df + 4ef
The square of a trinomial consists of:

a. the sum of the squares of the first, second and last terms;
b. twice the product of the first and the second terms;
c.
twice the product of the first and the last terms; and
d. twice the product of the second and the last terms.
LETS PRACTICE!

Square the following trinomials using the pattern you have learned.
1.
(r t + n)2
6.
(15a 4n 6)2
2.
(e + 2a + q)2
7.
(4a + 4b + 4c)2
3.
(m + a y) (m + a y)
8.
(9a2 + 4b2 3c2)2
4.
(2s + o 4n)2
9.
5.
(2i2 + 3a 5n)2
10.
(1.5a2 2.3b + 1)2

3x 4y
(
+
- 6)2
3
4
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A ctivity 6
TRANSFORMERS
Description:
Directions:
This activity will help us model the product of the sum and difference of two
terms (x y) (x + y) and observe patterns to solve it easily.
Prepare a square of any measure; label its side as x. Cut a small square of
side y from any of its corner (as shown below). Answer the questions that
follow.
B
A
x
G
D
In terms of x and y, answer the following:

1. What is the area of the original big square (ABCD)?
2. What is the area of the small square (GFCE)?
3. How are you going to represent the area of the new figure?
Cut along the broken line as shown and rearrange the pieces to form a
rectangle.
1. What are the dimensions of the rectangle formed?
2. How will you get the area of the rectangle?
3. Represent the area of the rectangle that was formed. Do you see any
pattern in the product of the sum and difference of two terms?
Study the relationship that exists between the product of the sum and
difference of two terms and the factors. Take note of the pattern formed.
a.
b.
c.
(x + y)(x y) = x2 y2
(a b)(a + b) = a2 b2
(m + 3)(m 3) = m2 9
d.
e.
(w 5)(w + 5) = w2 25
(2x 5)(2x +5) = 4x2 25

The product of the sum and difference of two terms is the difference of the squares
of the terms. In symbols, (x + y)(x y) = x2 y2. Notice that the product is always a
binomial.
LETS PRACTICE!

Multiply the following binomials using the patterns you have learned.
1.
2.
(w 6)(w + 6)
(a + 4c)(a 4c)
3.
4.
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(4y 5d)(4y + 5d)

(3sd + 4f)(4f 3sd)
5.
(12x 3)(12x + 3)
6. (3s2r2 + 7q)(3s2r2 7q)
7.
5 2 2 2 2 5 2 2
2 2
ga
d )(
ga +
d)
6
3
6
3
9. (2snqm + 3d3k) (2snqm 3d3k)
8. (
(l3o4v5 6e3)(l3o4v5 + 6e3)
10. [(s + 2) 4][(s + 2) + 4]

The previous activity taught you how to find the product of the sum and difference of
two terms using patterns. Perform the next activity to discover another pattern in simplifying
expressions of polynomials.
A ctivity 7
CUBRA CUBE
Description:
A cubra cube is a set of cubes and prisms connected by nylon. The task is
to form a bigger cube using all the figures provided. Your teacher will help
you how to form a cubra cube. After performing the activity, answer the
questions that follow.
a
b
Remember:
Volume of a cube = s3
Volume of a rectangular
prism = lwh
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
How many big cubes did you use? Small cubes?

How many different prisms do you have?
How many prisms are contained in the new cube?
What is the total volume of the new cube formed?
If the side of the big cube is marked as a and the smaller cube is
marked as b, what is the volume of each figure?
What will be the total volume of the new cube?
What are the dimensions of the new cube?
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This time let us go back to the Gallery Walk activity and focus on case 3, which is an
example of a cube of binomial (x + y)3 or (x + y)(x + y)(x + y) and (x y)3 or (x y)(x y)
(x y).
To find the cube of a binomial of the form (x + y)3:

a. Find the cube of each term to get the first and the last terms.
(x)3, (y)3
b. The second term is three times the product of the square of the first term and
the second term.
3(x)2(y)
c.
The third term is three times the product of the first term and the square of the
second term.
3(x)(y)2

Hence, (x + y)3 = x3 + 3x2y + 3xy2 + y3
To find the cube of a binomial of the form (x y)3:

a. Find the cube of each term to get the first and the last terms.
(x)3, (-y)3
b. The second term is three times the product of the square of the first term and
the second term.
3(x)2(-y)
c.
The third term is three times the product of the first term and the square of the
second term.
3(x)(-y)2
Hence, (x y)3 = x3 3x2y + 3xy2 y3
A ctivity 8
IRF WORKSHEET
Description:
Using the R portion of the IRF Worksheet, answer the following topical
focus questions: What makes a product special? What patterns are
involved in multiplying algebraic expression?
IRF Worksheet
Initial Answer
Revised Answer
Final Answer
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WEB BASED ACTIVITY: DRAG AND DROP

Description:
You can visit these websites

for more games.
http://math123xyz.com/
Nav/Algebra/Polynomials_
Products_Practice.php
http://worksheets.tutorvista.
com/special-products-ofpolynomials-worksheet.html#
A ctivity 9
QUESTIONS:
1. What special products did you use in the activity?
2. Name some techniques which you used to make the work
easier.
3. What generalizations can you draw from the examples
shown?
4. Given the time constraint, how could you do the task quickly
and accurately?
3-2-1 CHART
Description:

Now that you have learned the various special

products, you will now do an interactive activity
which will allow you to drag sets of factors and
drop them beside special products. The activity
is available in this website:
http://www.media.pearson.com.au/schools/cw/
au_sch_bull_gm12_1/dnd/2_spec.html.
In this activity, you will be asked to complete the 3-2-1 Chart regarding the
special products that you have discovered.
3-2-1 Chart
Three things I found out:
1. ________________________________________________________
2. ________________________________________________________
3. ________________________________________________________
Two interesting things:
1. ________________________________________________________
2. ________________________________________________________
One question I still have:
1. ________________________________________________________
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A ctivity 10
Description:
Directions:
WHATS THE WAY? THATS THE WAY!

This activity will test if you have understood the lesson by giving the steps in
simplifying expressions containing special products in your own words.
Give the different types of special products and write the steps/process of
simplifying them. You may add boxes if necessary.
Video Watching:
You can visit the following

websites to watch different
discussions and activities on
special products.
1. http://www.youtube.com/
watch?v=bFtjG45-Udk
(Square of binomial)
watch?v=
OWu0tH5RC2M
(Sum and difference of
binomials)
watch?v=PcwXR
HHnV8Y (Cube of a
binomial)
SPECIAL
PRODUCTS
SPECIAL
PRODUCTS
______________
______________
______________
______________

Now that you know the important ideas about how patterns on special products
were used to find the product of a algebraic expressions, lets go deeper by moving on to
the next section.
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REFLECTION
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What to
to Understand
Understand
What

You have already learned and identified the different polynomials and their special products. You will now take a closer look at some aspects of the topic and check if
you still have misconceptions about special products.
A ctivity 11
Directions:

DECISION, DECISION, DECISION!

Help each person decide what to do by applying your knowledge on special
products on each situation.
1.
Jem Boy wants to make his 8-meter square pool into a rectangular one
by increasing its length by 2 m and decreasing its width by 2 m. Jem
Boy asked your expertise to help him decide on certain matters.
a.
b.
c.
d.
2.
What will be the new dimensions of Jem Boys pool?

What will be the new area of Jem Boys pool? What special
product will be used?
If the sides of the square pool is unknown, how will you represent
its area?
If Jem Boy does not want the area of his pool to decrease, will
he pursue his plan? Explain your answer.
Emmanuel wants to tile his rectangular floor. He has two kinds of tiles
to choose from, one of which is larger than the other. Emmanuel hired
your services to help him decide which tile to use.
a.
b.
c.
d.
What area will be covered by the 8 x 8 tile? 16 x 16 tile?

If the rectangular floor has dimensions of 74 x 128, how many
small square tiles are needed to cover it?
How many big square tiles are needed to cover the rectangular
floor?
If each small tile costs Php 15.00 and each big tile costs Php 60.00,
which tile should Emmanuel use to economize in tiling his floor?
Explain why.
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A ctivity 12
Description:
Directions:
AM I STILL IN DISTRESS?
This activity will help you reflect about things that may still confuse you in
this lesson.
Complete the phrase below and write it on your journal.
The part of the lesson that I still find confusing is __________________

because _________________________________________________.

Let us see if your problem will be solved doing the next activity.
A ctivity 13
BEAUTY IN MY TILE!
Description:
See different tile patterns on the flooring of a building and calculate the area
of the region bounded by the broken lines, then answer the questions below.
1.
http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/tile-vault-midcentury-recroom-39808
a.
b.
c.
d.
What is the area represented by the big square? small square?

rectangles?
What is the total area bounded by the region?
What special product is present in this tile design?
Why do you think the designer of this room designed it as such?
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2.
a.
b.
c.
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A ctivity 14
1.
2.
3.
4.
What is the area represented by the big square? Small square?

What is the sum of all areas of small squares?
If the small squares were to be removed, how are you going to
represent the area that will be left?
What difficulties did you experience in doing the activity?

How did you use special products in this activity?
What new insights did you gain?
How can unknown quantities in geometric problems be solved?
WHERE IS THE PATTERN?
Descriptions: Take a picture/sketch of a figure that makes use of special products. Paste
it on a piece of paper.
QU
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1.
2.
3.
Did you find difficulty in looking for patterns where the concept of
special products was applied?
What special products were applied in your illustration?
What realization do you have in this activity?
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A ctivity 15
Description:
A ctivity 16
Description:
LETS DEBATE!
Form a team of four members and debate on the two questions below. The
team that can convince the other teams wins the game.

Which is better to use in finding products, patterns or long
multiplication?

Which will give us more benefit in life, taking the shortcuts or going
the long way?
IRF WORKSHEET
Now that you have learned the different special products, using the F
portion of the IRF Worksheet, answer the topical focus question: What
makes a product special? What patterns are involved in multiplying
algebraic expressions?

Initial Answer
Revised Answer
Final Answer

Now that you have a deeper understanding of the topic, you are ready to do the
tasks in the next section.
What to
to Transfer
Transfer
What

Let us now apply your learning to reallife situations. You will be given a practical
task which will demonstrate your understanding.
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A ctivity 17
Description:
Direction:
MAKE A WISH
The concept of squaring binomials is used in the field of Genetics through
PUNNETT squares. PUNNETT SQUARES are used in genetics to model
the possible combinations of parents genes in offspring. In this activity you
will discover how it will be used.
Investigate how squaring trinomials are applied in PUNNETT squares and
answer the following questions.
S

One cat carries heterozygous, long-haired
S
traits (Ss), and its mate carries heterozygous,
long-haired traits (Ss). To determine the chances
of one of their offsprings having short hair, we
can use PUNNETT squares.
s
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
SS
Ss
Ss
ss
What are the chances that the offspring is a long-haired cat?

A short-haired cat?
What are the different possible offsprings of the mates?
How many homozygous offsprings will they have? Heterozygous?
How is the concept of squaring binomials used in this process?
Do you think it is possible to use the process of squaring trinomials
in the field of genetics?
Create another model of PUNNET square using a human genetic
component. Explain the possible distribution of offsprings and how
squaring trinomials help you in looking for its solution.
Create your own PUNNET square using the concept of squaring
trinomials, using your dream genes.

Now that you have seen the different
patterns that can be used in simplifying polynomial
expressions, you are now ready to move to the next
lesson which is factoring. Observe the different
patterns in factoring that are related to special
products so that you can do your final project, the
making of a packaging box.
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Punnett square is named after

Reginald C. Punnett, who
devised the approach. It is used
by biologists to determine the
chances of an offspring having a
particular genotype. The Punnett
square is a tabular summary of
every possible combination of one
maternal allele with one paternal
allele for each gene being studied
in the cross.
REFLECTION
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Lesson
2
2
Factoring
What to
toKnow
Know
What

Your goal in this section is to see the association of products to factors by doing the
activities that follow.

Before you start doing the activities in this lesson, do this challenge first.
The figure below is a square made up of 36 tiles. Rearrange the tiles to create a rectangle,
having the same area as the original square. How many such rectangles can you create? What
do you consider in looking for the other dimensions? What mathematical concepts would you
consider in forming different dimensions? Why? Suppose the length of one side is increased
by unknown quantities (e.g. x) how could you possibly represent the dimensions?

This module will help you break an expression into different factors and answer the
topical questions, What algebraic expressions can be factored? How are patterns
used in finding the factors of algebraic expressions? How can unknown quantities in
geometric problems be solved?

To start with this lesson, perform the activities that follow:
A ctivity 1
LIKE! UNLIKE!
Description:
Directions:
This activity will help gauge how ready you are for this lesson through your
responses.
Answer all the questions below honestly by pasting the like or unlike thumb
that your teacher will provide you. Like means that you are the one being
referred to and unlike thumb means that you have no or little idea about
what is being asked.
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SKILLS ACQUIRED
1. Can factor numerical expressions easily
2. Can divide polynomials
3. Can apply the quotient rule of exponents
4. Can add and subtract polynomials
5. Can work with special products
6. Can multiply polynomials
RESPONSES

Before you proceed to the next topic, answer first the IRF form to
determine how much you know in this topic and see your progress.
A ctivity 2
IRF WORKSHEETS
Description:
Complete the table by filling up first the initial column of the chart with your
answer to each item. This activity will determine how much you know about
this topic and your progress.
Initial
Express the following as
product of factors.
1. 4x2 12x =
_________________
2. 9m2 16n2 =
_________________
3. 4a2 + 12a + 9 =
_________________
4. 2x2 + 9x 5 =
_________________
5. 27x3 8y3 =
_________________
6. a3 + 125b3 =
_________________
7. xm + hm xn hn =
_________________
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Revise
Final
A ctivity 3
Description:
MESSAGE FROM THE KING

(Product Factor Association)
This activity will give you an idea on how factors are associated with
products. You will match the factors in column A with the products in column
B to decode the secret message.
COLUMN A COLUMN B
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
4x (3x 5)

3xy2(2x + y 1)
(x + y)(x y)

(2x + 3)(2x 3)
(x 5y)(x + 5y)
(x + y)2

2
(2x + 3)

(x 5y)2

(x + 4)(x 3)

(2x 1)(3x +2)
(x + 2)(2x 5)
(x 3)(x2 + 3x + 9)
(x + 3)(x2 3x + 9)
(a + b)(c d)

(m n)(r + s)

(3x + 4)(3x 4)
(3x 4)2

12 2 3 14 8 7 11 9 4
A.
F.
G.
R.
U.
E.
T.
S.
C.
I.
O.
N.
H.
M.
L.
P.
V.
6x2y2 + 3xy3 3xy2

x3 27
4x2 9
4x2 + 12x + 9
12x2 20x
6x2 + x 2
ac ad + bc bd
mr nr + ms ns
x2 y2
2x2 x 10
x2 10xy + 25y2
x2 + x 12
x3 27
x2 + 2xy + y2
x2 25y2
9x2 16
9x2 24x + 16
11 15
7 10 17 10 7 15 10
14 13 10
8 12
6 1 5 14 11 16 5 11 3 2 14 11 8 9
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1.
2.
3.
4.
What are your observations on the expressions in column A?

Compare them with those in column B.
Do you see any pattern?
Are the two expressions related?
Why is it important to know the reverse process of multiplication?
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What did you discover between the relationship of products and its factors? You
have just tried finding out the relationship between factors and their product. You can use
this idea to do the next activities.

What you will learn in the next session will also enable you to do the final
project which involves model and layout making of a packaging box.
What to
to Process
Process
What

The activity that you did in the previous section will help you understand the different lessons and activities you will encounter here.

The process of finding the factors of an expression is called factoring, which is
the reverse process of multiplication. A prime number is a number greater than 1 which
has only two positive factors: 1 and itself. Can you give examples of prime numbers? Is
it possible to have a prime that is a polynomial? If so, give examples.

The first type of factoring that you will encounter is Factoring the Greatest Common Monomial Factor. To understand this let us do some picture analysis.
A ctivity 4
FINDING COMMON
Description:
Your task in this activity is to identify common things that are present in the
three pictures.
http://blog.ningin.com/2011/09/04/10-idols-and-groups-pigging-out/
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1.
2.
3.
4.
http://k-pop-love.tumblr.com/post/31067024715/
eating-sushi
What are the things common to these pictures?

Are there things that make them different?
Can you spot things that are found on one picture but not on the
other two?
What are the things common to two pictures but are not found on the
other?
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The previous activity gave us the idea about the Greatest Common Monomial Factor
that appears in every term of the polynomial. Study the illustrative examples on how factoring
the Greatest Common Monomial Factor is being done.

Factor 12x3y5 20x5y2z

a. Find the greatest common factor of the numerical coefficients.
The GCF of 12 and 20 is 4.
b.
Find the variable with the least exponent that appears in each term of the
polynomial.
x and y are both common to all terms and 3 is the smallest exponent for x
and 2 is the smallest exponent of y, thus, x3y2 is the GCF of the variables.
The product of the greatest common factor in (a) and (b) is the GCF of the
polynomial.
Hence, 4x3y2 is the GCF of 12x3y5 20x5y2z.
c.
d.
To completely factor the given polynomial, divide the polynomial by its GCF, the
resulting quotient is the other factor.
Thus, the factored form of 12x3y5 20x5y2z is 4x3y2(3y3 5x2z)
Below are other examples of Factoring the Greatest Monomial Factor.
8x2 + 16x 8x is the greatest monomial factor. Divide the polynomial by 8x to

get the other factor.
8x(x + 2) is the factored form of 8x2 + 16x.
b.
a.
12x5y4 16x3y4 + 28x6 4x3 is the greatest monomial factor. Divide the given
expression by the greatest monomial factor to get the other factor.
Thus, 4x3 (3x2y4 4y4 + 7x3) is the factored form of the given expression.
Complete the table to practice this type of factoring.
Polynomial
6m + 8
Greatest Common
Monomial Factor
(CMF)
Quotient of
Polynomial and
CMF
Factored
Form
3m + 4
2 (3m + 4)
4mo
4mo2 (3m + o)
9d2o2t3a6 6t6 5d4
27d4o5t3a6 18d2o3t6 15d6o4

4(12) + 4(8)
12WI N 16WIN + 20WINNER

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Now that you have learned how to factor polynomials using their greatest common
factor we can move to the next type of factoring, which is the difference of two squares.
Why do you think it was given such name? To model it, lets try doing the activity that
follows.
A ctivity 5
INVESTIGATION IN THE CLASSROOM
Description:
This activity will help you understand the concepts of difference of two
squares and how this pattern is used to solve numerical expressions.
Investigate the number pattern by comparing the products, then write your
generalizations afterwards.
NUMBER PATTERN:
a. (11)(9) = (10 + 1)(10 1) = 100 1 =
b. (5)(3) = (4 + 1)(4 1) = 16 1 =
c.
(101)(99) = (100 + 1)(100 1) = 10000 1 =
d. (95)(85) = (90 + 5)(90 5) = 8100 25 =
e. (n 5)(n + 5) =

How do you think the products are obtained? What are the different techniques used to
solve for the products?

What is the relationship of the product to its factor? Have you seen any pattern in this activity?

For you to have a clearer view of this type of factoring, let us have a paper folding
activity again.
A ctivity 6
INVESTIGATION IN PAPER FOLDING
Description: This activity will help you visualize the pattern of difference of two
squares.
Directions:
A
B
1. Get a square paper and label the sides as a.

2. Cut out a small square in any of its corner
and label the side of the small square as b.
G
F
3. Cut the remaining figure in half.
4. Form a rectangle
C
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
What is the area of square ABDC?

What is the area of the cutout square GFDE?
What is the area of the new figure formed?
What is the dimension of the new figure formed?
What pattern can you create in the given activity?

For you to have a better understanding about this lesson, observe how the expressions
below are factored. Observe how each term relates with each other.
a.
x2 y2 = (x + y)(x y)
d.
b.
4x2 36 = (2x + 6)(2x 6)
e.
c.
a2b4 81 = (ab2 9)(ab2 + 9)
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
16a6 25b2 = (4a3 5b)(4a3 + 5b)

9
1 2 6
3
1 3 3 2 1 3
( r4
t n ) = ( r2 +
tn )( r
tn )
16
25
4
5
4
5
What is the first term of each polynomial?

What is the last term of each polynomial?
What is the middle sign of the polynomial?
How was the polynomial factored?
What pattern is seen in the factors of the difference of two terms?
Can all expressions be factored using difference of two squares?
Why or why not?
When can you factor expressions using difference of two squares?

Remember the factored form of a polynomial that is a difference of two squares
is the sum and difference of the square roots of the first and last terms.

4x2 36y2 the square root of 4x2 is 2x and the square root of 36y2 is 6y. To
write their factors, write the product of the sum and difference of the square roots
of 4x2 36y2, that is (2x + 6y)(2x 6y).
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A ctivity 7
PAIR MO KO NYAN!
Description:
This game will help you develop your factoring skills by formulating your
problem based on the given expressions. You can integrate other factoring
techniques in creating expressions. Create as many factors as you can.
Directions:
Form difference of two squares problems by pairing two squared quantities,

then find their factors. (Hint: You can create expressions that may require
the use of the greatest common monomial factor.)

You have learned from the previous activity how factoring the difference of two
squares is done and what expression is considered as the difference of two squares. You
are now ready to find the factors of the sum or difference of two cubes. To answer this
question, find the indicated product and observe what pattern is evident.

a. (a + b)(a2 ab + b2)
b. (a b)(a2 + ab + b2)

What are the resulting products? How are the terms of the products related to the terms
of the factors? What if the process was reversed and you were asked to find the factors of the
products? How are you going to get the factor? Do you see any common pattern?
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A ctivity 8

ROAD MAP TO FACTOR
Answer the following problems by using the map as your guide.

Is the given
expression a sum
or a difference of
two cubes?
If No
Use other factoring technique/method.

1.
If
Yes
2.
Are the binomials sums or

differences of two cubes?
If Difference
3.
If
Sum
1.
2.
3.
4.

What are the cube roots of the first and last

terms?
Write their sum as the first factor. (x + y).
For the second factor, get the trinomial
factor by:
a.
Squaring the first term of the first
factor;
b.
Subtracting the product of the first
and second terms of the first factor;
c.
Squaring the last term of the first
factor.
Write them in factored form.
(x + y)(x2 xy + y2)
1.
2.
4.

What are the cube roots of the first and

last terms?
Write their difference as the first factor.
(x y).
For the second factor, get the trinomial
factor by:
a.
Squaring the first term of the first
factor;
b.
Adding the product of the first and
second terms of the first factor;
c.
Squaring the last term of the first
factor.
Write them in factored form.
(x y)(x2 + xy + y2)
Represent the volume of this figure. What is

the factored form of the volume of a given
figure?
What are the volumes of the cubes? If the

cubes are to be joined to create a platform
for a statue, what will be the volume of the
platform? What are the factors of the volume
of the platform?
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x
y
A ctivity 9
Lets tile it up!
Directions:
Prepare the following:
1.
2.
3.
Form squares using:
1 big square tile, 2 rectangular tiles, and 1 small square.

1 big square tile, 4 rectangular tiles, and 4 small squares.
1 big square tile, 6 rectangular tiles, and 9 small squares.
4 big square tiles, 4 rectangular tiles, and 1 small square.
4 big square tiles, 8 rectangular tiles, and 4 small squares.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
How will you represent the total area of each figure?

Using the sides of the tiles, write all the dimensions of the squares.
What did you notice about the dimensions of the squares?
Did you find any pattern in their dimensions? If yes, what are those?
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4 big squares measuring 4 4 represent each square...

8 rectangular tiles measuring 4 1 represent each square...
16 small squares measuring is 1 1 represent each square...
The polynomials formed are called perfect square trinomials.

A perfect square trinomial is the result of squaring a binomial. A perfect
square trinomial has first and last terms which are perfect squares and a middle
term which is twice the product of the square root of the first and last terms.
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A ctivity 10
PERFECT HUNT
Directions:
Look for the different perfect square trinomials found in the box. Answers
might be written diagonally, horizontally, or vertically.
25x2
10x
81
18x
x2
15x
16x2
-24x
10x
28x
4x2
-16x
16
15x
25
49x2
16x2
49
8x
16
24x2
25
14x
8x
40x
30x
10x
7x
x2
12x
25x2
40
12x2
To factor perfect square trinomials:
You can use the following relationships to factor perfect square trinomials:
(First term)2 + 2(First term)(Last term) + (Last term)2 = (First term + Last term)2
(First term)2 2(First term)(Last term) + (Last term)2 = (First term Last term)2
1.
2.
Get the square root of the first and last terms.

List down the square root as sum/difference of two terms as the case
may be.

Remember to factor out first the greatest common monomial factor before
factoring the perfect square trinomial.
Ex. 1.

Factor n2 + 16n + 64
Solution:
a. Since n2 = (n)2 and 64 = (8)2, then both the first and last terms are
perfect squares. And 2(n)(8) = 16n, then the given expression is a
perfect square polynomial.
b. The square root of the first term is n and the square root of the last
term is 8. The polynomial is factored as (n + 8)2.
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Ex. 2.

Factor 4r2 12r + 9

Solution:
a. Since 4r2 = (2r)2 and 9 = (3)2, and since (12r) = (-2)(2r)(3) then it
follows the given expression is a perfect square trinomial.
b. The square root of the first term is 2r and the square root of the last
term is 3 so that its factored form is (2r 3)2.
Factor 75t3 + 30t2 + 3t

Solution:
a. Notice that 3t is common to all terms, thus, factoring it out first we
have:
3t (25t2 + 10t + 1)

b. Notice that 25t2 = (5t)2 and 1 = (1)2, and 10t = 2(5t)(1), then 25t2 + 10t + 1
is a perfect square trinomial.

c. Factoring 25t2 + 10t + 1 is (5t + 1)2, thus, the factors of the given
expression are 3t (5t + 1)2.
Ex. 3.

Explain why in Example 3, (5t + 1)2 is not the only factor. What is the effect
of removing 3t?
Exercises

Supply the missing term to make a true statement.

a.
m2 + 12m + 36
(m + ___ )2
b.
16d2 24d + 9
( 4d ___)2
c.
a4b2 6abc + 9c2
(a2b ___ ___)2
d.
9n2 + 30nd + 25d2
(___ __ 5d)2
e.
49g2 84g + 36
(___ __ ___)2
f.
121c4 + 66c2 + 9
(___ __ ___)2
g.
(___ __ ___)2
h.
(__ __ __)2
i.
25r2 + 40rn + 16n2

1 2 1
4
x +
x+

16
3
9
18h2 + 12h + 2
2 (___ __ ___)2
j.
20f 4 60f 3 + 45f 2
___ (2f __ ___)2
Is q2 + q 12 a perfect square trinomial? Why?

Are all trinomials perfect squares? How do we factor trinomials that are not perfect
squares?

In the next activity, you will see how trinomials that are not perfect squares are factored.
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A ctivity 11
Description:
Directions:
TILE ONCE MORE!!

You will arrange the tiles according to the instructions given to form a polygon
and find its dimensions afterwards.
1. Cut out 4 pieces of 3 in by 3 in card board and label each as x2
representing its area.
2. Cut out 8 pieces of rectangular cardboard with dimensions of 3 in by 1
in and label each as x representing its area.
3. Cut out another square measuring 1 in by 1 in and label each as 1 to
represent its area.

Form rectangles using the algebra tiles that you prepared. Use only
tiles that are required in each item below.
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a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
1 big square tile, 5 rectangular tiles, and 6 small square tiles

1 big square tile, 6 rectangular tiles, and 8 small square tiles
2 big square tiles, 7 rectangular tiles, and 5 small square tiles
1.
2.
3.
4.
What is the total area of each figure?

Using the sides of the tiles, write all the dimensions of the rectangles.
How did you get the dimensions of the rectangles?
Did you find difficulty in getting the dimensions?

Based on the previous activity, how can the unknown quantities in geometric
problems be solved?

If you have noticed, there were two trinomials formed in the preceding activity. The
term with the highest degree has a numerical coefficient greater than 1 or equal to 1 in these
trinomials.

Let us study first how trinomials whose leading coefficient is 1 are being factored.
Ex. Factor p2 + 5p + 6

Solution: a. List all the possible factors of 6.
Factors of 6
2
6
-2
-6
3
1
-3
-1
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b.
Find factors of 6 whose sum is 5.

2+3=5

6+1=7

(-2) + (-3) = -5

(-6) + (-1) = -7
c.
Thus, the factor of p2 + 5p + 6 = (p + 2)(p + 3).
Ex. Factor v2 + 4v 21

Solution: a. List all the factors of 21
Factors of - 21
-3
-7
-21
-1
7
3
1
21
b.

Find factors of -21 whose sum is 4.

-3 + 7 = 4

-7 + 3 = -4

-21 + 1 = -20

-1 + 20 = 19
c.
Hence, the factors of v2 + 4v 21 = (v 3)( v + 7).

Factor 2q3 6q2 36q. Since there is a common monomial factor, begin by
factoring out 2q first. Rewriting it, you have 2q (q2 3q 18).

a.
Listing all the factors of 18.

Factors of -18
-1
-2
-3
-18
-9
-6
b.
c.
18
9
6
1
2
3
Since 6 and 3 are the factors of 18 whose sum is 3, then the binomial factors
of q2 3q 18 are (q 6)(q + 3).
Therefore, the factors of 2q3 6q 36q are 2q(q 6)(q + 3).
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Remember:

To factor trinomials with 1 as the numerical coefficient of the leading term:

a. factor the leading term of the trinomial and write these factors as the leading
terms of the factors;
b. list down all the factors of the last term;
c.
identify which factor pair sums up to the middle term; then
d. write each factor in the pairs as the last term of the binomial factors.
NOTE:
Always perform factoring using greatest common monomial factor first

before applying any type of factoring.
A ctivity 12
Description:
Instruction:
FACTOR BINGO GAME!

Bingo game is an activity to practice your factoring skills with speed and
accuracy.
On a clean sheet of paper, draw a 3 by 3 square grid and mark the center as
FACTOR. Pick 8 different factors from the table below and write them in the
grid. As your teacher reads the trinomial, you will locate its factors and mark
them x. The first one who makes the x pattern wins.
(n + 4)(n 5)
(n + 2)(n + 9)
(n 8)(n 9)
(n + 2)(n + 3)
(n + 4)(n 5)

(n + 2)(n + 9)

(n 8)(n 9)
(n + 9)(n + 8)
(n + 1)(n + 8)
(n 8)(n + 4)
(n 7)(n 5)

(n + 2)(n + 3)

(n + 9)(n + 8)

(n + 1)(n + 8)
(n + 6)(n + 4)
(n 7)(n + 6)
(n 12)(n + 4) (n 8)(n + 6)
(n 8)(n + 4)

(n 7)(n 5)

(n + 6)(n + 4)
(n + 3)(n + 6)
(n 2)(n + 16) (n + 3)(n + 8)
(n + 3)(n + 6)

(n 2)(n + 16)
(n + 3)(n + 8)
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1.
2.
3.
4.
How did you factor the trinomials?

What did you do to factor the trinomials easily?
Did you find any difficulty in factoring the trinomials? Why?
What are your difficulties? How will you address those difficulties?
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What if the numerical coefficient of the leading term of the trinomial is not 1, can you still
factor it? Are trinomials of that form factorable? Why?

Trinomials of this form are written on the form ax2 + bx + c, where a and b are the numerical coefficients of the variables and c is the constant term. There are many ways of factoring
these types of polynomials, one of which is by inspection.

Trial and error is utilized in factoring this type of trinomials. Here is an example:
Factors of:
6z
(3z)(2z)
(6z)(z)
2
Factor 6z2 5z 6 through trial and error:

Give all the factors of 6z2 and 6

-6
(3)(-2)
(-3)(2)
(1)(-6)
( -1)(6)

Write all possible factors using the values above and determine the middle term by
multiplying the factors.
(3z 2)(2z + 3)
Sum of the product of the outer

terms and the product of the inner
terms
9z 4z = 5z
(3z + 3)(2z 2)
(3z 3)(2z + 2)
(3z + 2)(2z 3)
(3z + 1)(2z 6)
(3z 6)(2z + 1)
(6z + 3)(z 2)
(6z 2)(z +3)
(6z 3)(z + 2)
(6z + 2)(z 3)
(6z + 1)(z 6)
(6z 6)(z + 1)
-6z + 6z = 0
6z 6z = 0
-9z + 4z = -5z
-18z + 2z = -16z
3z 12z = -9z
-12z + 3z = -9z
18z 2z = 16z
12z 3z = 9z
-18z + 2z = -16z
-36z + z = -35z
6z 6z = 0
Possible Factors

In the given factors, (3z + 2)(2z 3) gives the sum of -5z, thus, making it as the factors
of the trinomial 6z2 5z 36.

it?
How was inspection used in factoring? What do you think is the disadvantage of using
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Factoring through inspection is a tedious and long process; thus, knowing another way
of factoring trinomials would be very beneficial in studying this module.

Another way of factoring is through grouping or AC method. Closely look at the given
steps and compare them with trial and error.

Factor 6z2 5z 6

1.
Find the product of the leading term and the last term.
6z2 5z 6

(6z2)(-6) = -36z2

2. Find the factors of 36z2 whose sum is 5z.
-9z + 4z = -5z
3. Rewrite the trinomial as a four-term expression by replacing the middle term
with the sum of the factors.
6z2 9z + 4z 6

4. Group terms with common factors.
(6z2 9z) + (4z 6)

5. Factor the groups using greatest common monomial factor.
3z (2z 3) + 2(2z 3)
6. Factor out the common binomial factor and write the remaining factor as a
sum or difference of the common monomial factors.
(2z 3)(3z + 2)

Factor 2k2 11k + 12

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

Multiply the first and last terms.

(2k2)(12) = 24k2
Find the factors of 24k2 whose sum is -11k.
(-3k) + ( -8k) = -11k
Rewrite the trinomial as fourterm expressions by replacing the middle term
by the sum factor.
2k2 3k 8k + 12
Group the terms with a common factor.
(2k2 8k) + (-3k + 12)
Factor the groups using greatest common monomial factor.
2k(k 4) 3(k 4)
Factor out the common binomial and write the remaining factor as sum or
difference of binomial.
(k 4)(2k 3)
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Factor 6h2 h 2
1.

2.

3.
Multiply the first and last terms.

(6h2)(-2) = -12h2
Find the factors of 12h2 whose sum is h.
(-4h) + ( 3h) = -h
Rewrite the trinomial as a four-term expression by replacing the middle term
with the sum of the factors.

6h2 4h 3h 2
4. Group the terms with a common factor.

(6h2 3h) + (-4h 2)
5. Factor the groups using greatest common monomial factor.

3h(2h 1) 2(2h 1)
6. Factor out the common binomial factor and write the remaining factor as a
sum or difference of the common monomial factors.
(3h 2)(2h 1)
A ctivity 13
WE HAVE!
Description:
Instruction:
QU
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This game will help you practice your factoring skills through a game.
Form a group with 5 members. Your task as a group is to factor the trinomial
that the other group will give. Raise a flaglet and shout We have it! If you
have already factored the trinomial. The first group to get 10 correct answers
wins the game.
1.
2.
3.
Do you find difficulty in playing the game? Why?

What hindered you from finding the factors of the trinomial?
What plan do you have to address these difficulties?
Lets extend!!

We can use factoring by grouping technique in finding the factors of a polynomial with
more than three terms.
Lets try factoring 8mt 12at 10mh 15ah

Solution: 1. Group the terms with a common factor.
(8mt 12at) + ( -10mh 15ah)

2. Factor out the greatest common monomial factor in each group.
4t(2m 3a) 5h(2m 3a) Why?
3. Factor out the common binomial factor and write the remaining factor
as a sum or difference of the common monomial factors.

(2m 3a)(4t 5h)
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Factor 18lv + 6le + 24ov + 8oe

Solution: 1. Group the terms with a common factor.
(18lv + 6le) + (24ov + 8oe) Why?

2. Factor out the greatest common monomial factor in each group.
6l(3v + e) + 8o(3v + 3) Why?
3.
Factor out the common binomial factor and write the remaining factor
as a sum or difference of the common monomial factors.
(3v + e)(6l + 8o)
A ctivity 14
Description:
Instruction:
FAMOUS FOUR WORDS

This activity will reveal the most frequently used four-letter word (no letter is
repeated) according to world-English.org through the use of factoring.
With your groupmates, factor the following expressions by grouping and
writing a four-letter word using the variable of the factors to reveal the 10
most frequently used four-letter words.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
4wt + 2wh + 6it + 3ih

15te 12he + 10ty 8hy
hv + av + he + ae
10ti 8ts 15hi + 12hs
88fo + 16ro 99fm 18rm
7s + 35om + 9se + 45oe
42wa + 54wt + 56ha + 72ht
36yu 24ro + 12ou 72yr
72he + 16we + 27hn + 6wh
26wr 91or + 35od 10wd
TEACH ME HOW TO FACTOR
A ctivity 15 (GROUP DISCUSSION /PEER MENTORING)

Description:
Direction:
This activity is intended to clear your queries about factoring with the help of
your groupmates.
Together with your groupmates, discuss your thoughts and queries regarding
factoring. Figure out the solution to each others questions. You may ask
other groups or your teacher for help.
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QU
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A ctivity 16
Description:
Instruction:
QU
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1.
2.
3.
4.
What different types of factoring have you encountered?

What are your difficulties in each factoring technique?
Why did you face such difficulties?
How are you going to address these difficulties?
WITH A BLINK!
This is a flash card drill activity to help you practice your factoring technique
with speed and accuracy.
As a group, you will factor the expressions that your teacher will show you.
Each correct answer is given a point. The group with the most number of
points wins the game.
1.
2.
3.
What techniques did you use to answer the questions?

What things did you consider in factoring?
Did you find difficulty in the factoring the polynomials? Why?

Now that we have already discussed the different
types of factoring, let us summarize our learning by
completing the graphic organizer below.
A ctivity 17
GRAPHIC ORGANIZER
Description: To summarize the things you have

learned, as a group, complete the chart
below. You may add boxes if necessary.
FACTORING
TECHNIQUES
Web based learning (Video Watching)
Instruction: The following video clips contain the

complete discussion of different types of factoring
polynomials.
A. http://www.onlinemathlearning.com/algebrafactoring-2.html
B. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3RJlPvX3vg
C. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8c7BUaKl0U
D. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hiGJwMNNsM
WEB BASED LEARNING: LETS PLAY!

Description: The links are interactive activities which
will enhance your mastery on factoring polynomials.
Perform all the exercises on the different types of
factoring provided in these web sites.
______
______
______
______
______
______
______
example
example
example
example
example
example
example
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Click the link below.

A. http://www.khanacademy.org/math/algebra/
polynomials/e/factoring_polynomials_1
B. http://www.xpmath.com/forums/arcade.
php?do=play&gameid=93
C. http://www.quia.com/rr/36611.html
D. http://www.coolmath.com/algebra/algebrapractice-polynomials.html (click only games
for factoring)
A ctivity 18

IRF REVISIT
Revisit your IRF sheet and revise your answer by filling in column 2.
Initial
Revised
Express the following as products
of factors.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Final
4x2 12x = ______

9m2 16n2 = ______
4a2 + 12a + 9 = ______
2x2 + 9x 5 = ______
27x3 8y3 = ______
a3 + 125b3 = ______
xm + hm xn hn = ______

Now that you know the important ideas about this topic, lets go deeper by moving on to
the next section.
A ctivity 19
SPOTTING ERRORS
Description:
This activity will check how well you can associate between product and its
factors.
Instructions: Do as directed.

1. Your classmate asserted that x2 4x 12 and 12 4x x2 has the same
factors. Is your classmate correct? Prove by showing your solution.

2. Can the difference of two squares be applicable to 3x3 12x? If yes, how?
If no, why?

3. Your classmate factored x2 + 36 using the difference of two squares. How
will you make him realize that his answer is not correct?

4. Make a generalization for the errors found in the following polynomials.

a.
x2 + 4 = (x + 2)(x + 2)

b. 1.6x2 9 = (0.4x 3)(0.4x + 3)
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REFLECTION
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learne __________ __________ ______
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v
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What
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What to
to Understand
Understand
What

Your goal in this section is to take a closer look at some aspects of the topic and
to correct some misconceptions that might have developed.

The following activities will check your mastery in factoring polynomials.
A ctivity 19
SPOTTING ERRORS
Description:
This activity will check how well you can associate the product and with its
factors.
Instructions: Do as directed.

1. Your classmate asserted that x2 4x 12 and 12 4x x2 has the same
factors. Is your classmate correct? Prove by showing your solution.

2.
Can the difference of two squares be applicable to 3x3 12x? If yes, how?
If no, why?
3.
Your classmate factored x2 + 36 using the difference of two squares. How

will you make him realize that his answer is not correct?
4.
Make a generalization for the errors found in the following polynomials.
a.
b.
c.
d.
5.
Are all polynomial expressions factorable? Cite examples to defend your

answer.
x2 + 4 = (x + 2)(x + 2)
1.6x2 9 = (0.4x 3)(0.4x + 3)
4x2y5 12x3y6 + 2y2 = 2y2 (2x2y3 6x3y4)
3x2 27 is not factorable or prime
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A ctivity 20

IRF REVISIT
Revisit your IRF sheet and revise your answer by filling in column 3 under FINAL column.
Initial
QU
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1.
2.
A ctivity 21
Description:
Instruction:
Revised
Final
Express the following as
products of factors.
1. 4x2 12x = ___
2. 9m2 16n2 = ___
3. 4a2 + 12a + 9 = ___
4. 2x2 + 9x 5 = ___
5. 27x3 8y3 = ___
6. a3 + 125b3 = ___
7. xm + hm xn hn = ___
What have you observed from your answers in the first column? Is
there a big difference?
What realization have you made with regard to the relationship
between special products and factors?
MATHEMAGIC! 2 = 1 POSSIBLE TO ME
This activity will enable you to apply factoring to prove whether 2 = 1.
Prove that 2 = 1 by applying your knowledge of factoring. You will need the
guidance of your teacher in doing such.

If a = b, is 2 = 1?

a. Were you able to prove that 2 = 1?

b.
What different factoring techniques did you use to arrive at the

solution?
c.
What error can you pinpoint to disprove that 2 = 1?
d.
What was your realization in this activity?
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A ctivity 22
Description:
Instruction:
JOURNAL WRITING
This activity will enable you to reflect about the topic and activities you
underwent.
Reflect on the activities you have done in this lesson by completing the
following statements. Write your answers on your journal notebook.
Reflect on your participation in doing all the activities in this lesson and
complete the following statements:

I learned that I...

I was surprised that I...

I noticed that I...

I discovered that I...

I was pleased that I...
A ctivity 23
Description:
Directions:

LETS SCALE TO DRAW!

In this activity you will draw plane figures to help you do the final project after
this module.
Using the skills you have acquired in the previous activity, follow your
teachers instruction.
1.

Draw the following plane figures:

a. a square with a side which measures 10 cm.
b. a rectangle with a length 3 cm more than its width.
c.
any geometric figure whose dimensions are labelled algebraically.
2.
3.
A discussion on scale drawing will follow. After the discussion, the

teacher will demonstrate the steps on how to do the following:
a. A tree is five meters tall. Using a scale of 1m:2cm, draw the tree
on paper.
b. The schools flag pole is 10 m high. Using a scale of 2.5m:1dm,
draw a smaller version of the flag pole. Give its height.

The teacher will demonstrate how a cube can be made using a square
paper. Follow what your teacher did.
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A ctivity 24 Model Making

Description:
Directions:
QU
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This activity involves the creation of a solid figure out of a given plane figure
and expressing it in terms of factors of a polynomial.
Create a solid figure from the rectangular figure that was provided by
following the steps given.
1.
2.
3.
Cutout 2-in by 2-in squares in all edges of a 12 in by 6 in rectangle.

Fold all the sides upward.
Paste/tape the edges of the new figure.
a.
b.
What is the area of the original rectangle if its side is x units?

If the sides of the small squares is y, what expression represents its
area?
How will you express the area of the new figure in terms of the
variables stated in letters a and b?
What is the dimension of the new figure formed? How about the
volume of the solid?
If the value of x = 4 cm and the value of y = 1 cm, what will be the
dimension of the new figure? Its area? Its volume?
How did factoring help you find the dimensions of the new figure
formed? The area? The volume?
What did you learn from this activity?
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.


What new realizations do you have about the topic? What new connections have you
made for yourself?

Now that you have a deeper understanding of the topic, you are ready to do the tasks in
the next section.
What to
to Transfer
Transfer
What

Your goal in this section is to apply your learning to real-life situations. You will be
given a practical task which will demonstrate your understanding in special products and
factoring.
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A ctivity 25 I BRING MY TRASH HOME

Directions:
Perform the activity in preparation for your final output in this module.

In response to the schools environmental advocacy, you are required
to make cylindrical containers for your trash. This is in support of the I
BRING MY TRASH HOME! project of your school. You will present your
output to your teacher and it will be graded according to the following
criteria: explanation of the proposal, accuracy of computations, utilization of
the resources, and appropriateness of the models.
A ctivity 26 PACKAGING ACTIVITY

Directions:
This activity will showcase your learning in this module. You will assume the
role of a member of a designing team that will present your proposal to a
packaging company.

The RER packaging company is in search for the
best packaging for a new dairy product that they will
introduce to the market. You are a member of the design
department of RER Packaging Company. Your company is
tapped to create the best packaging box that will contain
two identical cylindrical containers with the boxs volume
set at 100 in3. The box has an open top. The cover will just
be designed in reference to the boxs dimensions. You are
to present the design proposal for the box and cylinder to
the Chief Executive Officer of the dairy company and head
of the RER Packaging department. The design proposal
is evaluated according to the following: explanation of
the proposal, accuracy of computations, utilization of the
resources, and appropriateness of the models.
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The first
commercial
paperboard
(not
corrugated)
box was
produced in
England in
1817

How did you find the performance task? How did the task help you see the real
world application of the topic?
CRITERIA
Outstanding
4
Satisfactory
3
Developing
2
Beginning
1
Explanation of
the Proposal
(20%)
Explanations
and presentation
of the layout is
detailed and clear.
Explanations
and
presentation
of the layout is
clear.
Explanations
and
presentation
of the layout is
a little difficult
to understand
but includes
critical
components.
Explanations
and presentation
of the layout
is difficult to
understand and
is missing several
components.
Accuracy of
Computations
(30%)
The computations
done are accurate
and show
understanding of
the concepts of
special products
and factoring.
There is an
explanation for
every computation
made.
The
computations
done are
accurate
and show a
wise use of
the concepts
of special
products and
factoring.
The
computations
done are
erroneous
and show
some use of
the concepts
of special
products and
factoring.
The
computations
done are
erroneous and
do not show
wise use of the
concepts of
special products
and factoring.
Resources are
efficiently utilized
with less than
10% excess.
Resources are
fully utilized
with less than
10%-25%
excess.
Resources are
utilized but
with a lot of
excess.
Resources
are not utilized
properly.
The models
are well-crafted
and useful for
understanding the
design proposal.
They showcase
the desired
product and are
artistically done.
The models
are wellcrafted and
useful for
understanding
the design
proposal. They
showcase
the desired
product.
The diagrams
and models
are less
useful in
understanding
the design
proposal
The diagrams
and models are
not useful in
understanding
the design
proposal.
Utilization of
Resources
(20%)
Appropriateness
of the Model
(30%)
OVERALL
RATING
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RATING
REFLECTION
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SUMMARY/SYNTHESIS/GENERALIZATION:

Now you have already completed this module, lets summarize what you have just
learned. You have learned that product of some polynomials can be obtained using the
different patterns, and these products are called special products. You also learned the
different examples of special products, such as, perfect square trinomials, the difference of
two squares, and the product when you raise a binomial to the third power.

This module also taught you to factor different products through the use of different
patterns and rules. Factoring that you have learned are: (1) Factoring by greatest common
monomial factor, (2) Factoring difference of two squares, (3) Factoring perfect square
trinomials, (4) Factoring general trinomials, (5) Factoring the sum or difference of two cubes,
and (6) Factoring by grouping.

You have learned that the special products and factoring can be applied to solve some
real-life problems, as in the case of Punnet squares, packaging box-making, and even on tiles
that can be found around us.
GLOSSARY OF TERMS:
AREA the amount of surface contained in a figure expressed in square units
COMPOSITE FIGURE a figure that is made from two or more geometric figures
FACTOR an exact divisor of a number
GENETICS the area of biological study concerned with heredity and with the variations
between organisms that result from it
GEOMETRY the branch of mathematics that deals with the nature of space and the size,
shape, and other properties of figures as well as the transformations that preserve these
properties
GREATEST COMMON MONOMIAL FACTOR the greatest factor contained in every term
of an algebraic expression
HETEROZYGOUS refers to having two different alleles (group of genes) for a single trait
HOMOZYGOUS refers to having identical alleles (group of genes) for a single trait
PATTERN constitutes a set of numbers or objects in which all the members are related with
each other by a specific rule
PERFECT SQUARE TRINOMIAL result of squaring a binomial
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PERIMETER the distance around a polygon

POLYNOMIAL a finite sum of terms each of which is a real number or the product of a
numerical factor and one or more variable factors raised to a whole number power.
PRODUCT the answer of multiplication
PUNNETT SQUARE a diagram that is used to predict an outcome of a particular cross or
breeding experiment used by biologists to determine the chance of an offsprings having a
particular genotype.
SCALE DRAWING a reduced or enlarged drawing whose shape is the same as the actual
object that it represents
VOLUME the measure of space occupied by a solid body
REFERENCES AND WEBSITE LINKS USED IN THIS MODULE:

Oronce, O. & Mendoza, M. (2003). Exploring Mathematics. Rex Book Store. Manila,
Philippines.
Oronce, O. & Mendoza, M. (2007). E Math: Worktext in Mathematics First Year High
School. Rex Book Store. Manila, Philippines.
Gamboa, Job D. (2010). Elementary Algebra. United Eferza Academic Publications. Bagong
Lipa, Batangas City.
Ho, Ju Se T., et al. 21st Century Mathematics: First Year (1996). Quezon City: Phoenix
Publishing House, Inc.,
2010 Secondary Education Curriculum: Teaching Guide for Mathematics II. Bureau of
Secondary Education. Deped Central Office
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Punnett_square
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u5LaVILWzx8
http://www.khanacademy.org/math/algebra/polynomials/e/factoring_polynomials_1
http://www.xpmath.com/forums/arcade.php?do=play&gameid=93
http://www.quia.com/rr/36611.html
http://www.coolmath.com/algebra/algebra-practice-polynomials.html
http://www.onlinemathlearning.com/algebra-factoring-2.html
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3RJlPvX-3vg
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8c7B-UaKl0U
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-hiGJwMNNsM
www.worldenglish.org
http://www.smashingmagazine.com/2009/12/10/how-to-explain-to-clients-that-they-arewrong/
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http://www.mathman.biz/html/sheripyrtocb.html
http://blog.ningin.com/2011/09/04/10-idols-and-groups-pigging-out/
http://k-pop-love.tumblr.com/post/31067024715/eating-sushi
http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/tile-vault-midcentury-rec-room-39808
http://onehouseonecouple.blogzam.com/2012/03/ master-shower-tile-progress/
http://www.oyster.com/las-vegas/hotels/luxor-hotel-and-casino/photos/square-pool-northluxor-hotel-casino-v169561/#
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PcwXRHHnV8Y
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bFtjG45-Udk
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWu0tH5RC2M
http://math123xyz.com/Nav/Algebra/Polynomials_Products_Practice.php
http://worksheets.tutorvista.com/special-products-of-polynomials-worksheet.html#
http://www.media.pearson.com.au/schools/cw/au_sch_bull_gm12_1/dnd/2_spec.html.
http://www.wikisori.org/index.php/Binomial_cube
http://www.kickgasclub.org/?attachment_id949
http://dmciresidences.com/home/2011/01/cedar-crest-condominiums/
http://frontiernerds.com/metal-box
http://mazharalticonstruction.blogspot.com/2010/04/architectural-drawing.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cardboard_box
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RATIONAL ALGEBRAIC
EXPRESSIONS AND
ALGEBRAIC EXPRESSIONS
WITH INTEGRAL
EXPONENTS
I.

You have learned special products and factoring polynomials in Module 1. Your
knowledge on these will help you better understand the lessons in this module.
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Have your ever asked yourself how many people are needed to complete a job?
What are the bases for their wages? And how long can they finish the job? These
questions may be answered using rational algebraic expressions which you will learn in
this module.

After you finished the module, you should be able to answer the following questions:
a. What is a rational algebraic expression?
b. How will you simplify rational algebraic expressions?
c.
How will you perform operations on rational algebraic expressions?
d. How will you model rate-related problems?

In this module, you will examine the above mentioned questions when you take the
following lessons:
Lesson 1 Rational Algebraic Expressions
Lesson 2 Operations on Rational Algebraic Expressions
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Lesson 1
Lesson 2
describe and illustrate rational algebraic expressions;

interpret zero and negative exponents;
evaluate algebraic expressions involving integral exponents; and
simplify rational algebraic expressions.
multiply, divide, add, and subtract rational algebraic expressions;
simplify complex fractions; and
solve problems involving rational algebraic expressions.
Module Map
Map
Module

Here is a simple map of the lessons that will be covered in this module.
Rational Algebraic Expressions

Zero and Negative
Exponents
Evaluation
of Algebraic
Expressions
Simplification
of Algebraic
Expressions
Operations
on Algebraic
Expressions
Problem Solving
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Complex
Fractions
III. PRE-ASSESSMENT
Find out how much you already know about this module. Write the letter that you think is
the best answer to each question on a sheet of paper. Answer all items. After taking and
checking this short test, take note of the items that you were not able to answer correctly
and look for the right answer as you go through in this module.

1.
Which of the following expressions is a rational algebraic expression?

x

a.
c.
4y-2 + z-3
3y
-3
ab
b. 3c
d.
b+a
(a + 1)

2.
What is the value of a non-zero polynomial raised to 0?
a.
b.
What will be the result when a and b are replaced by 2 and -1, respectively, in the
expression (-5a-2b)(-2a-3b2)?
3.
constant
zero
c.
d.
undefined
cannot be determined
27
3
c.
16
7
2
b.
- 5 d.
-
7
16

a.
4.
What rational algebraic expression is the same as
x-2 1
?
x1
a.
x + 1 c.
1
b.
x 1 d.
-1
3
5. When x 5 is subtracted from a rational algebraic expression, the result is
-x 10
. What is the other rational algebraic expression?
x2 5x
x
2
c.
4
x
x
-2
b. d.

x5
x5

a.
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6.
a2 8a + 16
a2 9
Find the product of a2 + a 20 and
3a 9 .
a
a2 a 12
c.
a1
3a + 15
2
a 1
a2 1
b. d.

1a
a2 a + 1
a.
7.
What is the simplest form of
2
b3
2
b3
2
1
c.
5b
b1
1b
b + 5 d.
b.
3
4
a.
8.
Perform the indicated operation:
x+5
a.
6

x+1
b. 6
x2
x+2
.
3
2
c.
x-6
6
d.
-x-10
6
9.
The volume of a certain gas will increase as the pressure applied to it decreases.
This relationship can be modelled using the formula:
V1P1
V2 =
P2
where V1 is the initial volume of the gas, P1 is the initial pressure, P2 is the final
pressure, and the V2 is the final volume of the gas. If the initial volume of the gas
1
is 500 ml and the initial pressure is
atm, what is the final volume of the gas if
2
the final pressure is 5 atm?
a.
10ml
b.
50ml
c.
90ml
d.
130ml
10. Angelo can complete his school project in x hours. What part of the job can be
completed by Angelo after 3 hours?
x
3

a. x + 3
b. x 3 c.
d.
3
x

11. If Maribel (Angelo's groupmate in number 10), can do the project in three hours,
which expression below represents the rate of Angelo and Maribel working
together?
62
a2 1
12. Aaron was asked by his teacher to simplify 2
on the board. He wrote his
a a
solution on the board this way:
a2 1
(a + 1) (a 1)
=
=1
a2 a
a(a 1)
Did he arrive at the correct answer?
a.
Yes. The expressions that he crossed out are all common factors.
b.
c.
d.
Yes. The LCD must be eliminated to simplify the expression.

1
No. a2 must be cancelled out so that the answer is .
a
No. a is not a common factor of the numerator.
13. Your friend multiplied

x1
1+x
and
. His solution is presented below:
2x
1x
x 1 x + 1 (x 1) (x + 1) x + 1
=
=
2 x 1 x (2 x) (1 x) 2 x
Is his solution correct?
a.
b.
c.
d.
No. There is no common factor to both numerator and denominator.

No. The multiplier must be reciprocated first before multiplying the expressions .
No. Common variables must be eliminated.
No. Dividing an expression by its multiplicative inverse is not equal to one.
14. Laiza added two rational algebraic expressions and her solution is presented
below.

4x + 3
3x 4
4x + 3 + 3x 4 7x + 1
+
=
=
2
3
2+3
5
Is there something wrong in her solution?
a.
b.
c.
d.
Yes. Solve first the GCF before adding the rational algebraic expressions.
Yes. Cross multiply the numerator of the first expression to the denominator
of the second expression.
Yes. She may express first the expressions as similar fractions.
Yes. 4x 4 is equal to x
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15. Your father, a tricycle driver, asked you regarding the best motorcycle to buy. What
will you do to help your father?
a.
b.
c.
d.
Look for the fastest motorcycle.

Canvass for the cheapest motorcycle.
Find an imitated brand of motorcycle.
Search for fuel-efficient type of motorcycle.
16. The manager of So-In Clothesline Corp. asked you, as the Human Resource
Officer, to hire more tailors to meet the production target of the year. What will you
consider in hiring a tailor?
a.
b.
c.
d.
Speed and efficiency

Speed and accuracy
Time consciousness and personality
Experience and personality
17. You own 3 hectares of land and you want to mow it for farming. What will you do
to finish it at the very least time?

a.
b.
Rent a small mower.

Hire 3 efficient laborers.
c.
d.
Do kaingin.
Use germicide.
18. Your friend asked you to make a floor plan. As an engineer, what aspects should
you consider in doing the plan?

a.
b.
c.
d.
Precision
Layout and cost
Appropriateness
Feasibility
19. Your SK Chairman planned to construct a basketball court. As a contractor, what

will you do to realize the project?

a.
b.
c.
d.
Show a budget proposal.

Make a budget plan.
Present a feasibility study.
Give a financial statement.
20. As a contractor in number 19, what is the best action to do in order to complete the
project on or before the deadline but still on the budget plan?

a.
b.
c.
d.
All laborers must be trained workers.

Rent more equipment and machines.
Add more equipment and machines that are cheap.
There must be equal number of trained and amateur workers.
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As you finish this module, you will be able to demonstrate understanding of the
key concepts of rational algebraic expressions and algebraic expressions with integral
exponents. You must be able to present evidences of understanding and mastery of the
competencies of this module. Activities must be accomplished before moving to the next
topic and you must answer the questions and exercises correctly. Review the topic and
ensure that answers are correct before moving to a new topic.

Your target in this module is to formulate real-life problems involving rational
algebraic expressions with integral exponents and solve these problems with
utmost accuracy using variety of strategies. You must present how you perform,
apply, and transfer these concepts to real-life situations.
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Lesson
Rational Algebraic
Expressions
What to
to Know
Know
What

Lets begin the lesson by reviewing some of the previous lessons and focusing your
thoughts on the lesson.
A ctivity 1
MATCH IT TO ME

There are verbal phrases below. Look for the mathematical expression in the figures
that corresponds to each verbal phrase.
1. The ratio of a number x and four added to two
2. The product of the square root of three and the number y
3. The square of a added to twice the a
4. The sum of b and two less than the square of b
5. The product of p and q divided by three
6. One-third of the square of c
7. Ten times a number y increased by six
8. The cube of the number z decreased by nine
9. The cube root of nine less than a number w
10. A number h raised to the fourth power

x
+2
4
3
c2
2
2
2
x
x
x2 1
x2 2x + 1
10x + 6
pq
3
b2
(b + 2)
b2 (b + 2)
10
+4
y
a2 + 2a
z3 9
66
3y
y
3y
h4
c2
3
2
z3
1
w2
w 9
1
n3
QU
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1.
2.
3.
4.
What did you feel while translating verbal phrases to mathematical

expressions?
What must be considered in translating verbal phrases to
mathematical phrases?
Will you consider these mathematical phrases as polynomial? Why
or why not?
How will you describe a polynomial?

The previous activity deals with translating verbal phrases to polynomials. You also
encountered some examples of non-polynomials. Such activity in translating verbal phrases
to polynomials is one of the key concepts in answering word problems.

All polynomials are expressions but not all expressions are polynomials. In this lesson
you will encounter some of these expressions that are not polynomials.
A ctivity 2 HOW FAST

Suppose you are to print a 40-page research paper. You observed that printer A in the
internet shop finished printing it in two minutes.

a. How long do you think can printer A finish 100 pages?

b. How long will it take printer A to finish printing p pages?

c. If printer B can print x pages per minute, how long will printer B take to print p
pages?
QU
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1.
2.
3.
Can you answer the first question? If yes, how will you answer it? If
no, what must you do to answer the question?
How will you describe the second and third questions?
How will you model the above problem?

Before moving to the lesson, you have to fill in the table on the next page regarding your
ideas on rational algebraic expressions and algebraic expressions with integral exponents.
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A ctivity 3 KWLH

Write your ideas on the rational algebraic expressions and algebraic expressions with
integral exponents. Answer the unshaded portion of the table and submit it to your teacher.
What I Know
What I Want to Find

Out
What I Learned
How I Can Learn

More

You were engaged in some of the concepts in the lesson but there are questions in
your mind. The next section will answer your queries and clarify your thoughts regarding
the lesson.
What to
to Process
Process
What

Your goal in this section is to learn and understand the key concepts on rational
algebraic expressions and algebraic expressions with integral exponents.

As the concepts on rational algebraic expressions and algebraic expressions with
integral exponents become clear to you through the succeeding activities, do not forget
to apply these concepts in real-life problems especially to rate-related problems.
A ctivity 4
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
MATCH IT TO ME REVISITED
(REFER TO ACTIVITY 1)
What are the polynomials in the activity Match It to Me? List these polynomials under
set P.
Describe these polynomials.
In the activity, which are not polynomials? List these non-polynomials under set R.
How do these non-polynomials differ from the polynomials?
Describe these non-polynomials.
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A ctivity 5 COMPARE AND CONTRAST

Use your answers in the activity Match It to Me Revisited to complete the graphic
organizer. Compare and contrast. Write the similarities and differences between polynomials
and non-polynomials in the first activity.
POLYNOMIALS
NON-POLYNOMIALS
How Alike?
______________________________
______________________________
______________________________
______________________________
How Different?
__________________
__________________
__________________
__________________
__________________
__________________
__________________
In terms of ...
__________________
__________________
__________________
__________________
__________________
__________________
__________________
__________________
__________________
__________________
__________________
__________________
__________________
__________________

In the activity Match It to Me, the nonpolynomials are called rational algebraic
expressions. Your observations regarding the difference between polynomials and nonpolynomials in activities 4 and 5 are the descriptions of rational expressions. Now, can you
define rational algebraic expressions? Write your own definition about rational algebraic
expressions in the chart on the next page.
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A ctivity 6
MY DEFINITION CHART

Write your initial definition of rational algebraic expressions in the appropriate box. Your
final definition will be written after some activities.
___________________________
______________________________
My Initial
_______________________________
Definition
______________________________
___________________________
______________________________
My Final
______________________________
Definition
______________________________

Try to firm up your own definition regarding the rational algebraic expressions by doing
the next activity.
A ctivity 7
CLASSIFY ME
m+2
0
y+2
y2
a
y2 x9
QU
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ES TIO
k
3k 6k
2
1
a6
c
a2
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Rational Algebraic
Expressions
Not Rational
Algebraic
Expressions
1m
m3
c4
m m
How many expressions did you place in the column of rational

algebraic expressions?
How many expressions did you place under the column of not rational
algebraic expression column?
How did you differentiate a rational algebraic expression from a not
rational algebraic expression?
Were you able to place each expression in its appropriate column?
What difficulty did you encounter in classifying the expressions?
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In the first few activities, you might have some confusions regarding rational algebraic
expressions. However, this section firmed up your idea regarding rational algebraic
expressions. Now, put into words your final definition of a rational algebraic expression.
A ctivity 8
MY DEFINITION CHART
Write your final definition of rational algebraic expressions in the appropriate box.
_____________________________
______________________________
My Initial
_______________________________
Definition
_______________________________
_____________________________
______________________________
My Final
______________________________
Definition
______________________________

Compare your initial definition with your final definition of rational algebraic
expressions. Are you clarified with your conclusion by the final definition. How? Give at
least three rational algebraic expressions different from those given by your classmate.
MATH DETECTIVE
Remember:
Rational
algebraic
ex-
pression is a ratio of two

polynomials
A rational algebraic expression is a ratio of two polynomials

P
provided that the denominator is not equal to zero. In symbols:
,
Q
where P and Q are polynomials and Q 0.
where
the
denominator is not equal

to zero. What will happen
when the denominator of
a fraction becomes zero?
Clue: Start investigating in
4
4
= 2 4 = (2)(2) = 4
2
1
4 = (1)(4)

In the activities above, you had encountered rational algebraic expressions. You might
encounter some algebraic expressions with negative or zero exponents. In the next activities,
you will define the meaning of algebraic expressions with integral exponents including negative
and zero exponents .
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RECALL
LAWS OF
EXPONENTS
I Product of Powers

For any real number x, and
any positive integers a and b:
xaxb = xa+b
A ctivity 9
LET THE PATTERN ANSWER IT
II Power of a Power

For any real number x, and
any positive integers a and b:
(xa)b = xab
III Power of a Product
For any real numbers x and

y, and any positive integer a:
(xy)a = xaya
IV Power of a Quotient

For all integers a and b, and
any nonzero number x.
xa
Case I.
= xa-b , where a > b
xba
x
1
Case II.
=
, where a < b
xb xb-a
QU

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ES TIO
1.
2.
3.
4.
Complete the table below and observe the pattern.

A
B C
22222 2
32 33333
243 44444 4
1,024
xxxxx
x5
2222
3333
4444
xxxx
222
333
444
xxx
22
33
44
xx
What do you observe as you answer column B?

What do you observe as you answer column C?
What happens to its value when the exponent decreases?
In the column B, how is the value in the each cell/box related to its
upper or lower cell/box?
Use your observations in the activity above to complete the table below.
A
25
24
23
22
2
20
2-1
2-2
2-3
B
32
A
35
34
33
32
3
30
3-1
3-2
3-3
B
243
A
45
44
43
42
4
40
4-1
4-2
4-3
72
B
1,024
A
x5
x4
x3
x2
x
x0
x-1
x-2
x-3
B
xxxxx
QU
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
What did you observe as you answered column A? column B?

What happens to the value of the numerical expression when the
exponent decreases?
In column A, how is the value in each cell/box related to its upper or
lower cell/box?
What do you observe when the number has zero exponent?
When a number is raised to a zero exponent, does it have the same
value as another number raised to zero? Justify your answer.
What do you observe about the value of the number raised to a
negative integral exponent?
What can you say about an expression with negative integral
exponent?
Do you think it is true to all numbers? Cite some examples?
Exercises

Rewrite each item to expressions with positive exponents.
l0
1.
b-4 5.
de-5f 9. 0
p
x+y
2
c-3

2.
10. (a b+c)0
0
-8 6.
(x
y)
d
0
a6b8c10

3. w-3z-2
7.
a5b2e8
2 -2
4.
n m o 8.
14t0
A ctivity 10

3 2 1 CHART
Complete the chart below.

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_____________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________
2 interesting
things
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1 question
you still
have
3 things
you found
out
A ctivity 11
WHO IS RIGHT?
n3

Allan and Gina were asked to simplify -4 . Their solutions are shown below together with
n
their explanation.
Allans Solution
Ginas Solution
n3
= n3(-4) = n3+4 = n7
n-4
n3 n3
n4
3
=
n
= n7
-4 =
1
n
1
n-4
Quotient law was used in I expressed the exponent of the

my solution.
denominator as positive integer,
then followed the rules in dividing
polynomials.

Who do you think is right? Write your explanation on a sheet of paper.

You have learned some concepts of rational algebraic expressions as you performed
the previous activities. Now, let us try to use these concepts in a different context.
A ctivity 12

SPEEDY MARS
Mars finished the 15-meter dash within three seconds. Answer the questions below.
1. How fast did Mars run?
RECALL
2. At this rate, how far can Mars run after four seconds? five
Speed is the rate of
moving object as it
seconds? six seconds?
transfers from one point to
another. The speed is the
3. How many minutes can Mars run for 50 meters? 55 meters? 60
ratio between the distance
and time travelled by the
meters?
object.
QU
NS
ES TIO
How did you come up with your answer? Justify your answer.

What you just did was evaluating the speed that Mars run. Substituting the value of
the time to your speed, you come up with distance. When you substitute your distance to the
formula of the speed, you get the time. This concept of evaluation is the same with evaluating
algebraic expressions. Try to evaluate the following algebraic expressions in the next activity.
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A ctivity 13

MY VALUE
Find the value of each expression below by evaluation.

My
Expression
Value of a
Value of b
My solution
My
Value
Example:
2
a +b
2
a2 + b3 = 22 + 33
= 4 + 27
= 31
31
Example:
a
b-3
-2
a-2
b-3
a-1b0
QU
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ES TIO
-2
27
4
1.
2.
3.
a-2 (-2)-2
= -3
b-3
3
33
=

(-2)2
27
=
4
What have you observed in the solution of the examples?

How did these examples help you find the value of the expression?
How did you find the value of the expression?
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Exercises

Evaluate the following algebraic expressions.

1.
2.
40y-1, y = 5
1
m-2(m + 4) , m = -8
(p2 3)-2, p = 1
(x 1)-2
4.
(x + 1)-2 , x = 2

3.
5. y-3 y-2, y =2
A ctivity 14 BIN - GO

Make a 3 by 3 bingo card. Choose numbers to be placed in your bingo card from the
numbers below. Your teacher will give an algebraic expression with integral exponents and
the value of its variable. The first student who forms a frame wins the game.

1
17
4
2
9
31
8
1
15
3
4
37
4
25
1
3
3
2
32
1
5
23
4
4
3
1
4
126
5
1
11
The frame card must be like

this:
A ctivity 15 QUIZ CONSTRUCTOR

Be like a quiz constructor. Write on a one-half crosswise piece of paper three algebraic
expressions with integral exponents in at least two variables and decide what values to be
assigned to the variables. Show how to evaluate your algebraic expressions. Your algebraic
expressions must be different from your classmates'.
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A ctivity 16

CONNECT TO MY EQUIVALENT
Match column A to its equivalent simplest fraction in column B.

A
5
20
1
3
8
12
1
4
4
8
3
4
5
15
1
2
6
8
QU
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1.
2.
2
3
How did you find the equivalent fractions in column A?

Do you think you can apply the same concept in simplifying a rational
algebraic expression?

You might wonder how to answer the last question but the key concept of simplifying
rational algebraic expressions is the concept of reducing a fraction to its simplest form.

Examine and analyze the following examples.
Illustrative example: Simplify the following rational algebraic expressions.
4a + 8b
1. 12
Solution
4a + 8b
4(a + 2b)
12 =
43
a + 2b

= 3
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What factoring method is used

in this step?
15c3d4e
12c2d5w
2.
Solution
15c3d4e
35c2cd4e
12c2d5w = 34c2d4dw
5ce

= 4dw
x2 + 3x + 2
x2 1
3.
Solution

in this step?

in this step?
2
x +23x + 2 = (x + 1)(x + 2)
x 1
(x + 1)(x 1)

= x+2
x1
QU

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ES TIO
Web
Based Booster
click on this web site

below to watch videos
in simplifying rational
algebraic expressions
http://mathvids.com/
lesson/mathhelp/845rational-expressions-2--simplifying
Based on the above examples:

1. What is the first step in simplifying rational algebraic expressions?
2. What happens to the common factors in the numerator and the
denominator?
Exercises
Simplify the following rational algebraic expressions.
1.
2.
3.
2
y2 + 5x + 4
4. m 2+ 6m + 5
2
y 3x 4
m m2
2 2
-21a b 5.
x2 5x 14
3 3
28a b
x2 + 4x + 4
x2 9
2
x 7x + 12
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A ctivity 17 MATCH IT DOWN

Match each rational algebraic expression to its equivalent simplified expression from
choices A to E. Write the rational expression in the appropriate column. If the equivalent is
not among the choices, write it in column F.
A.
-1 B. 1 C.
a + 5
D.
3a
D.
a
3
a2 + 6a + 5
a+1
a3 + 2a2 + a
3a2 + 6a + 3
3a2 6a
a2
a1
1a
(3a + 2)(a + 1)
3a2 + 5a + 2
3a3 27a
(a + 3)(a 3)
a3 + 125
a2 25
a8
-a + 8
18a2 3a
-1+ 6a
3a 1
1 3a
3a + 1
1 + 3a
a2 + 10a + 25
a+5
A ctivity 18
CIRCLE PROCESS

In each circle write the steps in simplifying rational algebraic expressions. You can add
or delete circles if necessary.

In this section, the discussions are introduction to rational algebraic expressions.
How much of your initial ideas are found in the discussion? Which ideas are different and
need revision? Try to move a little further in this topic through the next activities.
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What to
to Understand
Understand
What

Your goal in this section is to relate the operations of rational expressions to
real-life problems, especially rate problems.

Work problems are one of the rate-related problems and usually deal with persons or
machines working at different rates or speed. The first step in solving these problems involves
determining how much of the work an individual or machine can do in a given unit of time
called the rate.
Illustrative example:
A.
Nimfa can paint the wall in five hours. What part of the wall is painted in three hours?
Solution:
1
Since Nimfa can paint in five hours, then in one hour, she can paint
of the wall.
5
1
Her rate of work is
of the wall each hour. The rate of work is the part of a task that is
5
completed in 1 unit of time.

Therefore, in three hours, she will be able to paint 3
1
3
=
of the wall.
5
5
You can also solve the problem by using a table. Examine the table below.
Rate of work
(wall painted per hour)
Time worked
Work done
(Wall painted)
1
5
1 hour
1
5
1
5
next 1 hour
2
5
1
5
another next 1 hour
3
5
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You can also illustrate the problem.

1st hour
2nd hour 3rd hour
4th hour
1
5
1
5
1
5
1
5
5th hour
1
5
So after three hours, Nimfa

only finished painting 3 of
5
the wall.
B.

Pipe A can fill a tank in 40 minutes. Pipe B can fill the tank in x minutes. What part of the
tank is filled if either of the pipes is opened in ten minutes?
Solution:
1
1
of the tank in 1 minute. Therefore, the rate is
of the tank per
40
40
minute. So after 10 minutes,
1
1

10
=
of the tank is full.
40 4
1
1

Pipe B fills
of the tank in x minutes. Therefore, the rate is
of the tank per
x
x
minute. So after x minutes,

Pipe A fills
10
In summary, the basic equation that is used to solve work problem is:
Rate of work time worked = work done. [r t = w]
A ctivity 19

1 10
=
of the tank is full.
x
x
HOWS FAST 2
Complete the table on the next page and answer questions that follow.

You printed your 40page reaction paper. You observed that printer A in the
internet shop finished printing in two minutes. How long will it take printer A to print 150
pages? How long will it take printer A to print p pages? If printer B can print x pages per
minute, how long will it take to print p pages? The rate of each printer is constant.
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Printer
Pages
40 pages
45 pages
150 pages
p pages
p pages
30 pages
35 pages
40 pages
Printer A
Printer B
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1.
2.
3.
4.
Time
2 minutes
Rate
x ppm
How did you solve the rate of each printer?

How did you compute the time of each printer?
What will happen if the rate of the printer increases?
How do time and number of pages affect the rate of the printer?

The concepts on rational algebraic expressions were used to answer the situation
above. The situation above gives you a picture how these were used in solving rate-related
problems.

What new realizations do you have about the topic? What new connections have
you made for yourself? What questions do you still have? Fill-in the Learned, Affirmed,
and Challenged cards given below.
Learned
Affirmed
Challenged
What new realizations and

learnings do you have
about the topic?
What new connections

have you made?
Which of your old ideas
have been confirmed or
affirmed?
What questions do you

still have? Which areas
seem difficult for you?
Which do you want to
explore?
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What to
to Transfer
Transfer
What

Your goal in this section is to apply your learning in real-life situations. You will be
given a practical task which will demonstrate your understanding.
A ctivity 20
HOURS AND PRINTS

The JOB Printing Press has two photocopying machines. P1 can print a box of
bookpaper in three hours while P2 can print a box of bookpaper in 3x + 20 hours.
a. How many boxes of bookpaper are printed by P1 in 10 hours? In 25 hours? in 65
hours?
b. How many boxes of bookpaper can P2 print in 10 hours? in 120x + 160 hours?
in 30x2 + 40x hours?

You will show your output to your teacher. Your work will be graded according to
mathematical reasoning and accuracy.
Rubrics for your output
Outstanding
4
Mathematical Explanation
reasoning
shows
thorough
reasoning
and insightful
justifications.
Accuracy
All
computations
are correct
and shown in
detail.
CRITERIA
Satisfactory Developing
3
2
Explanation
Explanation
shows
shows gaps
substantial
in reasoning.
reasoning.
Beginning
1
Explanation
shows
illogical
reasoning.
All
Most of the
Some the
computations computations computations
are correct.
are correct.
are correct.
OVERALL
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Lesson
2
2
Operations on
Rational Algebraic
Expressions
What to
toKnow
Know
What

In the first lesson, you learned that a rational algebraic expression is a ratio of two
polynomials where the denominator is not equal to zero. In this lesson, you will be able to
perform operations on rational algebraic expressions. Before moving to the new lesson,
lets review the concepts that you have learned that are essential to this lesson.

In the previous mathematics lesson, your teacher taught you how to add and subtract
fractions. What mathematical concept plays a vital role in adding and subtracting fractions?
You may think of LCD or least common denominator. Now, let us take another perspective in
adding or subtracting fractions. Ancient Egyptians had special rules on fractions. If they have
five loaves for eight persons, they would not divide them immediately by eight instead, they
would use the concept of unit fraction. A unit fraction is a fraction with one as numerator.
2
Egyptian fractions used unit fractions without repetition except
. To be able to divide five
3
loaves among eight persons, they had to cut the four loaves into two and the last one would
be cut into eight parts. In short:
A ctivity 1

5
1
1
=
+
8
2
8
EGYPTIAN FRACTION
Now, be like an Ancient Egyptian. Give the unit fractions in Ancient Egyptian way.
7
1.
10
8

2.
15
3

3.
4
11
4.
30
7
5.
12
using two unit fractions.

13
12
11
7.
12
31
8.
30
19
9.
20
25
10.
28
6.
86
using three unit fractions.

1.
2.
3.
4.
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A ctivity 2
What did you do in getting the unit fraction?

How did you feel while getting the unit fractions?
What difficulties did you encounter in giving the unit fraction?
What would you do to overcome these difficulties?
ANTICIPATION GUIDE

There are sets of rational algebraic expressions in the table below. Check the column
Agree if the entry in column I is equivalent to the entry in column II and check the column
Disagree if the entries in the two columns are not equivalent.
I
II
x2 xy
x+y
2
2
x y
x2 xy
x-1 y -1
6y 30
3y 15
2
y2 + 2y + 1
y +y
2y
y+1
5
7
+
4x2 6x
15 + 14x
12x2
a
b
ba ab
a+b
ba
a+b
b
b
a+b
1
2
+
b
a
A ctivity 3
Agree
Disagree
a2
a+b
PICTURE ANALYSIS
Take a closer look at this picture. Describe what you see.
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1.
2.
3.
4.
What would happen if one of the men in the picture would not do his
job?
What will happen when there are more people working together?
How does the rate of each worker affect the entire work?
How will you model the rate-related problem?

The picture shows how the operations on rational algebraic expressions can be
applied to real-life scenario. Youll get to learn more rate-related problems and how
operations on rational algebraic expressions relate to them.
What to
to Process
Process
What

Your goal in this section is to learn and understand key concepts on the operations
on rational algebraic expressions.

As these become clear to you through the succeeding activities, do not forget to
think about how to apply these concepts in solving real-life problems especially raterelated problems.
REVIEW
Perform the operation on the
following fractions.
1.
1 4

2 3
4.
1 3
4 2
2.
3 2

4 3
5.
1 2
6 9
3.
8 33
11 40
A ctivity 4 MULTIPLYING RATIONAL
ALGEBRAIC EXPRESSIONS
Examine and analyze the illustrative examples below. Pause once

in a while to answer the checkup questions.

The product of two rational expressions is the product of the numerators divided by
the product of the denominators. In symbols,
c
ac
a
= , bd 0
d
bd
b
Illustrative example 1: Find the product of
5t
4
5t 22
2 = 3 2
8 3t
2
3t
(5)(t)(22)
= 2

(2 )(2)(3t)t
4
5t
and 2 .
3t
8
Express the numerators and

denominators
into
prime
factors if possible.
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5
(2)(3t)
5
=
6t
=
Simplify rational expressions

using laws of exponents.
Illustrative example 2: Multiply

4x
3x2y2
and
.
10
3y
4x 3x2y2
(22)x 3x2y2
10
(2)(5)
3y
3y
(2)(2)(x)(3)(x2)(y)(y)
=
(3)(y)(2)(5)
(2)(x3)(y)
=
(5)
2x3y
=
5
What laws of exponents were

used in these steps?
x5
4x2 + 12x + 9
and
?
2
4x 9
2x2 11x + 5
x5
(2x + 3)2
(2x 3)(2x + 3) (2x 1)(x 5)

factoring
? What
(x 5)(2x + 3)(2x + 3)
methods were
(2x 3)(2x + 3) (2x 1)(x 5)
used in this
2x + 3
step?
(2x 3)(2x 1)
2x + 3
? What are the rational algebraic
4x2 8x + 4
expressions equivalent to 1 in
Illustrative example 3: What is the product of

x5
4x2 + 12x + 9
=
2
4x 9 2x2 11x + 5
=
=
=
this step?
QU
NS
ES TIO
1.
2.
What are the steps in multiplying rational algebraic expressions?

What do you observe from each step in multiplying rational algebraic
expressions?
Exercises

Find the product of the following rational algebraic expressions.
1.
x2 + 2x + 1 y2 1
10uv2 6x2y2
4.
2
2
y2 2y + 1 x2 1
5u v
3xy2
2.
a2 b2
a2
a2 2ab + b2 a 1
5.
a b
2ab
ab
a2 1
3.
x2 3x
x2 4
x2 + 3x 10 x2 x 6
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A ctivity 5

WHATS MY AREA?
Find the area of the plane figures below.
a. b.
1.
2.
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A ctivity 6
c.
How did you find the area of the figures?

What are your steps in finding the area of the figures?
THE CIRCLE ARROW PROCESS

Based on the steps that you made in the previous activity, make a conceptual map on the
steps in multiplying rational algebraic expressions. Write the procedure and other important
concepts in every step inside the circle. If necessary, add a new circle.
Step 1
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multiplying-rational-ex-
Step 3
Step 4
pressions-help.html
Final Step
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1.
2.
3.
4.
Does every step have a mathematical concept involved?

What makes that mathematical concept important to every step?
Can the mathematical concepts used in every step be interchanged?
How?
Can you give another method in multiplying rational algebraic
expressions?
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A ctivity 7
REVIEW
DIVIDING RATIONAL ALGEBRAIC EXPRESSIONS
Perform the operation of

the following fractions.
1
3
2
4
5
9
2.
2
4
9
3
3.
2
4
1.

Examine and analyze the illustrative examples below. Pause once in
a while to answer the checkup questions.
10
5
16
4
1
1
5.
2
4
4.

The quotient of two rational algebraic expressions is the product of the dividend and
the reciprocal of the divisor. In symbols,
c
a
d
ad
a
, b, c, d 0
=
d
b
c
bc
b
6ab
9a b
Illustrative example 4: Find the quotient of 4cd and 8dc2 .
2
6ab2 9a2b2 6ab2

8dc2
2 2
2 =
4cd
8dc
4cd
9a b
(2)(3)ab2
(23)dc2
(2)2cd
(32)a2b2
(22)(22)(3)ab2dcc
(22)(3)(3)cdaab2
(2)2c
(3)a
4c
3a
Illustrative example 5: Divide

2 2
Multiply the dividend by the

reciprocal of the divisor.
Perform the steps in multiplying

rational algebraic expressions.
2x2 + x 6
x2 2x 8
.
by 2
2
2x + 7x + 5
2x 3x 20
2x2 + x 6
x2 2x 8
2x2 + 7x + 5 2x2 3x 20
2x2 + x 6 2x2 3x 20
2
2x2 + 7x + 5
x 2x 8
(2x 3)(x + 2) (x 4)(2x + 5)
(2x + 5)(x + 1) (x + 2)(x 4)
(2x 3)(x + 2)(x 4)(2x + 5)

(2x + 5)(x + 1)(x + 2) (x 4)
(2x 3)
(x + 1)
2x 3
x+1
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Why do we need to factor

out the numerators and
denominators?
What happens to the common

factors between numerator
and denominator?
Exercises

Find the quotient of the following rational algebraic expressions.
81xz3
27x2z2
x2 + 2x + 1
x2 1
1. 36y 12xy 4.
2
2
x + 4x + 3 x + 2x + 1

2.
2a + 2b 4
x1
1x
a2 + ab a 5.
x + 1 x2 + 2x + 1
3.
16x2 9
16x2 + 24x + 9
2
6 5x 4x
4x2 + 11x + 6
A ctivity 8

MISSING DIMENSION
Find the missing length of the figures.

1.
2
2x + 20
The area of the rectangle is x 100 while the length is
. Find the height
20
8
of the rectangle.
2.
21
x2
The base of the triangle is
and the area is
. Find the height of the
3x 21
35
triangle.
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1.
2.
How did you find the missing dimension of the figures?

Enumerate the steps in solving the problems.
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A ctivity 9
Web
Based Booster
CHAIN REACTION

Use the Chain Reaction Chart to sequence your steps in dividing
rational algebraic expressions. Write the process or mathematical concepts
used in each step in the chamber. Add another chamber, if necessary.
Click on this website

below to watch videos
in dividing rational
h t t p : / / w w w .
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Chamber
1
Chamber
2
Chamber
3
Chamber
4
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1.
2.
3.
4.
Does every step have a mathematical concept involved?

What makes that mathematical concept important to every step?
Can mathematical concept in every step be interchanged? How?
Can you make another method in dividing rational algebraic
expressions? How?
A ctivity 10 ADDING AND SUBTRACTING SIMILAR
RATIONAL ALGEBRAIC EXPRESSIONS

Examine and analyze the following illustrative examples on the
next page. Answer the check-up questions.

In adding or subtracting similar rational expressions, add or
subtract the numerators and write the answer in the numerator of the
result over the common denominator. In symbols,
a
c
a+c
+
=
,b0
b
b
b
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REVIEW
1.
1
3
+
2
2
4.
10 5
13 13
2.
5
9
+

4
4
5.
5 1
4
4
3.
9
3
+
5
5
Illustrative example 6: Add

x2 2x 7
+
x2 9
x2 2x 7
and
x2 9
3x + 1
x2 9
3x + 1
x2 9
x2 2x + 3x 7 + 1
x2 9
x2 + x 6
x2 9
Combine like terms in the

numerator.
(x + 3)(x 2)
= (x 3)(x + 3)

(x 2)
= (x + 3)
Factor out the numerator

and denominator.
x2
= x + 3
Illustrative example 7: Subtract

-10 6x 5x2
3x2 + x 2 from
Do we always factor out the

numerator and denominator?
Explain your answer.
x2 + 5x 20
3x2 + x 2
x2 + 5x2 20
-10 6x 5x2
x2 + 5x2 20 (-10 6x 5x2)
=
2
2
3x + x 2
3x2 + x 2
3x + x 3
x2 + 5x 20 + 10 + 6x + 5x2
3x2 + x 2
x + 5x + 5x + 6x 20 + 10
3x2 + x 2
6x2 + 11x 10
3x2 + x 2
(3x 2)(2x + 5)
= (3x 2)(x + 1)
Why do we need to
multiply the subtrahend
by 1 in the numerator?
Factor out the numerator

and denominator.
2x + 5
= x + 1
Exercises

Perform the indicated operation. Express your answer in simplest form.
4
6
x2 + 3x + 2
3x + 3
1.
+
4. 2
2
a
5
a5
x 2x + 1
x 2x + 1

2
2
x + 3x 2
x 2x + 4
x2
x2

2.
+
5.
+
x2 4
x2 4
x1
x1

3.
7
5
4x 1 4x 1
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A ctivity 11 ADDING AND SUBTRACTING DISSIMILAR

RATIONAL ALGEBRAIC EXPRESSIONS
Examine and analyze the following illustrative examples below.

Answer the checkup questions.

In adding or subtracting dissimilar rational expressions, change
the rational algebraic expressions into similar rational algebraic
expressions using the least common denominator or LCD and
proceed as in adding similar fractions.
Illustrative example 8: Find the sum of


1
4
1
3
1.
+
4.
2
3
4
2
2.
3
2
+

4
3
3.
3
1
+
4
8
5.
1
2
6
9
5
2
and
.
18a4b
27a3b2c
5
2
5
2
+
=
+
18a4b
27a3b2c
(32)(2)a4b
(33)a3b2c
LCD of

REVIEW
Express the denominators

as prime factors.
5
2
and
(32)(2)a4b
(33)a3b2c
(32)(2)a4b and (33)a3b2c
Denominators of the rational

The LCD is (33)(2)(a4)(b2)(c)
Take the factors of the denominators. When

the same factor is present in more than one
denominator, take the factor with the highest
exponent. The product of these factors is the
LCD.
=
5
3bc
2
2a
(32)(2)a4b 3bc
(33)a3b2c
2a
(5)(3)bc
(22)a
+
(33)(2)a4b2c (33)(2)a4b2c
=
=
15bc
4a
+
54a4b2c
54a4b2c
Find a number equivalent to 1 that should

be multiplied to the rational algebraic
expressions so that the denominators
are the same with the LCD.
15bc + 4a
54a4b2c
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Illustrative example 9: Subtract

t+3
8t 24
and 2
.
t2 6t + 9
t 9
t+3
8t 24
t+3
8t 24
2
=
t2 6t + 9
t 9
(t 3)2 (t 3)(t + 3)
LCD of
t+3
8t 24
2 and
(t 3t)
(t 3)(t + 3)
Express the denominators

as prime factors.
(t 3)2 and (t 3)(t + 3)

The LCD is (t 3)2(t + 3)
=
t+3
t+3
(8t 24)
t3
(t 3)2 t + 3
(t 3)2(t + 3)
t3
(t + 3)(t + 3)
(8t 24)
(t 3)2(t + 3)
(t 3)(t + 3)
t2 + 6t + 9
8t 48t + 72
3
t3 9t2 + 27t 27
t 9t2 + 27t 27
t + 6t + 9 (8t 48t + 72)

t3 9t2 + 27t 27
t2 + 6t + 9 8t2 + 48t 72
t3 9t2 + 27t 27
What property of
equality is illustrated
in this step?
What special products

are illustrated in this
step?
7t2 + 54t 63
t 9t2 + 27t 27
3
2x
3x 6
and 2
.
x + 4x + 3
x + 5x + 6
Illustrative example 10: Find the sum of

2x
3x 6
2x
3x 6
+
=
+
x2 + 4x + 3 x2 + 5x + 6 (x + 3)(x + 1) (x + 3)(x + 2)
2x
3x 6
LCD of
and
(x + 3)(x + 1)
(x + 3)(x + 2)
What special products

are illustrated in this
step?
(x + 3)(x + 1) and (x + 3)(x + 2)
The LCD is (x + 3) (x + 1) (x + 2).
What property of equality

was used in this step?
(x + 2)
(x + 1)
2x
(3x 6)
(x + 3)(x + 1) (x + 2) (x + 3)(x + 2) (x + 1)
(2x)(x + 2)
(3x 6)(x + 1)
+
(x + 3)(x + 1)(x + 2) (x + 3)(x + 2)(x + 1)
2x2 + 4x
x3 + 6x2 + 11x + 6
3x2 3x 6
x3 + 6x2 + 11x + 6
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2x2 + 3x2 + 4x 3x 6
x3 + 6x2 + 11x + 6
5x2 + x 6
= 3
x + 6x2 + 11x + 6
=
Exercises:

Perform the indicated operation. Express your answers in simplest form.
4
3
3
2
1.
+ 4. 2
2
x+1 x
x x2
x 5x + 6

x+8
3x 2
x+2 x+2

2.
+ 2
5.
x2 4x + 4
x 4
x
2

3.
2x
3
x2 9 x 3
A ctivity 12
FLOW CHART

Now that you have learned adding and subtracting rational algebraic expressions, you
are now able to fill in the graphic organizer below. Write each step in adding or subtracting
rational algebraic expressions in each box below.
If similar rational
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QU
STEPS
Adding or
Subtracting Rational
Algebraic
If dissimilar rational
Expressions
STEPS
1. Does every step have a

mathematical concept involved?
2. What makes that mathematical
concept important to every step?
3. Can mathematical concept in
every step be interchanged?
How?
4. Can you make another method
in adding or subtracting rational
algebraic expressions? How?
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A ctivity 13 WHAT IS WRONG WITH ME?

Rewrite the solution in the first box. Write your solution in the second
box. In the third box, write your explanation on how your solution corrects
the original one .
Original
2
1
2
36 x2
x 6x
My Solution
2
1
(6 x) (6 x) x(x + 6)
2
1
(x 6) (x + 6) x(x + 6)
2
(x 6) (x + 6)
2x
1(x 6)
x(x 6) (x + 6) x(x + 6)(x 6)
x
x
1
x(x + 6)
x6
x6
= 2x (x 6)
x(x 6) (x + 6)
2
3
a5
a
2
a5
2x x + 6
x(x 6) (x + 6)
x+6
x(x 6) (x + 6)
1
x(x 6)
1
x2 6x
a 3 a5
a
a5
2a
3(a 5)
a 5(a)
a(a 5)
2a
3a 15
a 5(a)
a(a 5)
= 2a 3a 15
a(a 5)
= -a2 15
a 5a
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My
Explanation
3x
9
+
2x 3 3 2x
3x
2x 3
9
(-1)(2x 3)
3x
9
2x 3
2x 3
= 3x 9
2x 3
= 3(x 3)
2x 3
= x3
2x
4
b2 4b
+
b2
b2
2
= b 4b + 4
b2
= (b 2)(b + 2)
b2
=b+2
QU
NS
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1.
2.
3.
What did you feel while answering the activity?

Did you encounter difficulties in answering the activity?
How did you overcome these difficulties?

The previous activities deal with the fundamental operations on rational expressions.
Let us try these concepts in a different context.
A ctivity 14
COMPLEX RATIONAL ALGEBRAIC EXPRESSIONS

Examine and analyze the following illustrative examples on the next page. Answer the
checkup questions.

A rational algebraic expression is said to be in its simplest
form when the numerator and denominator are polynomials with no
common factors other than 1. If the numerator or denominator, or
both numerator and denominator of a rational algebraic expression
is also a rational algebraic expression, it is called a complex
rational algebraic expression. Simplifying complex rational
expressions is transforming it into a simple rational expression. You
need all the concepts learned previously to simplify complex rational
expressions.
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REVIEW
Perform the operation
1
4
1.
+
4.
2
3
1 2
3
2.
3.
1
4

2
3
3 2
4
3
5
4
2
3
2 +2
3
5.
on the
1
5
+
2
4
4 2
3
3
5
4
+
9
3
1+ 2
3
3
2
b
a
Illustrative example 11: Simplify
6 .
5
+ a2
b
3
2
b
a

Main fraction bar (
) is a line
6
5
+ a2
that
separates
the
main
numerator
b
and the main denominator.
3
2
b
a
? Where did b and a in the main numerator
=
6
5
b
a
+ a2
a2
b
b
and the 2 and
in the main denominator
a
b
come from?
What happens to the main numerator and

the main denominator?
2b 3a 5a2 + 6b
ab
a2b
2
= 2b 3a 2a b
5a + 6b
ab
(2b 3a)aab
=
(5a2 + 6b)ab
(2b 3a)a
5a2 + 6b
2ab 3a2
5a2 + 6b
What principle is used in this step?
Simplify the rational algebraic

expression.
What laws of exponents are used

in this step?
c
c
c2 4 c 2
Illustrative example 12: Simplify
.
1
1+ c+2

c
c
c
c
c2
c 4 c2
(c 2)(c + 2)
=
1
1
1+ c+2
1+ c+2
2
c
(c + 2)
c
c2
(c + 2)
(c 2)(c + 2)
c+2
1
1 c+2 +
c+2
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c(c + 2)
c
(c 2) (c + 2)
(c 2)(c + 2)
c+2
1
c + 2 + (c + 2)
c2 + 2c
c
(c 2) (c + 2)
(c 2)(c + 2)
c+2
1
+
c+2
(c + 2)
c (c2 + 2c)
(c 2)(c + 2)
=
c+2+1
c+2
-c2 2c + c
(c 2)(c + 2)
=
c+2+1
c+2
-c2 c
(c 2)(c + 2)
=
c+3
c+2
-c2 c
c+3
(c 2)(c + 2)
c+2
2
-c c
=
c+2
(c 2)(c + 2)
c+3
(-c2 c)(c + 2)
=
(c 2)(c + 2) (c + 3)
=
-c2 c
(c 2)(c + 3)
-c2 c
c +c6
2
Exercises

Simplify the following complex rational expressions.
1 1
x y
1.

1
1
2 + y2
x
xy y
x+y x

2.

x
xy
+
y
x+y
3.
b
2b
b1 b2

3b
2b
b2 b3
4.
1
3
a2 a1

2
5
+
a2 a1
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5.
4
4 y2

2
2+
y
A ctivity 15 TREASURE HUNTING

Directions:
Find the box that contains the treasure by simplifying the rational
expressions below. Find the answer of each expression in the hub.
Each answer contains a direction. The correct direction will lead you
to the treasure. Go hunting now.
START HERE

4
x2 x2
1.

2
x+
x
x
x
2 + 3

1
2
2.
3.
3
x2 + 3x +2
x
x+2
THE HUB
5x
3
x2 2
x
1
x1
x2 + 2
x +x6
3
x2 + x
2 steps to the
right
Down 4 steps
3 steps to the
left
4 steps to the
right
Up 3 steps
QU
NS
ES TIO
Based on the above activity, what are your steps in simplifying complex
rational algebraic expressions?
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A ctivity 16
Directions:
Web based
Booster:
VERTICAL CHEVRON LIST

Make a conceptual map in simplifying complex
rational expressions using a vertical chevron list.
Write the procedure or important concepts in every
step inside the box. If necessary, add another chevron
to complete your conceptual map.
Watch the videos in these

websites for more examples
http://www.wtamu.edu/
academic/anns/mps/math/
mathlab/col_algebra/col_
alg_tut11_complexrat.htm
http://www.youtube.com/
watch?v=-jli9PP_4HA
http://spot.pcc.
edu/~kkling/Mth_95/
SectionIII_Rational_Expressions_Equations_
and_Functions/Module4/
Module4_Complex_Rational_Expressions.pdf
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
A ctivity 17
Directions:
REACTION GUIDE
Revisit the second activity. There are sets of rational algebraic
expressions in the following table. Check agree if column I is the same
as column II and check disagree if the two columns are not the same.
I
II
x+y
x xy
2
2
x2 xy
x y
x-1 y-1
3y 15
6y 30
2
y +y
y + 2y + 1
2y
y+ 1
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Agree
Disagree
QU
NS
ES TIO
7
5
+
6x
4x2
15 + 14x
12x2
a
b
ba
ab
a+b
ba
b
a+b
a+b
b
1
2
b + a
a2
a+b
Compare your answer in the anticipation guide to your answer in the reaction
guide. Do they differ from each other? Why?

In this section, the discussion is all about operations on rational algebraic expressions.
How much of your initial ideas were discussed? Which ideas are different and need
revision? The skills in performing the operations on rational algebraic expressions is one
of the key concepts in solving rate-related problems.
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REFLECTION
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What to
to Understand
Understand
What

Your goal in this section is to relate the operations on rational expressions to
real-life problems, especially the rate problems.
A ctivity 18
WORD PROBLEM
Read the problems below and answer the questions that follow.
1.
Two vehicles travelled (x + 4) kilometers. The first vehicle travelled for (x2 16) hours
2
while the second travelled for
hours.
x4
a.
Complete the table below.

Vehicles
Vehicle A
Vehicle B
b.

2.
Distance
Time
Speed
How did you compute the speed of the two vehicles?
Pancho and Bruce were asked to fill the tank with water. Pancho can fill the tank
in x minutes alone, while Bruce is slower by two minutes compared to Pancho.
a. What part of the job can Pancho finish in one minute?
b. What part of the job can Bruce finish in one minute?
c.
Pancho and Bruce can finish filling the tank together within y minutes. How
will you represent algebraically, in simplest form, the job done by the two if
they worked together?
A ctivity 19
ACCENT PROCESS

List down the concepts and principles in solving problems involving operations on
rational algebraic expressions in every step. You can add a box if necessary.
Step 1
__________________
_________________
_________________
_________________
__________________
Step 2
__________________
_________________
_________________
_________________
__________________
_
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Step 3
__________________
_________________
_________________
_________________
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_
A ctivity 20
PRESENTATION
Present and discuss to the class the process of answering the questions below. Your output
will be graded according to reasoning, accuracy, and presentation.
Alex can pour concrete on a walkway in x hours alone while Andy can pour concrete on the
same walkway in two more hours than Alex.

a. How fast can they pour concrete on the walkway if they work together?

b. If Emman can pour concrete on the same walkway in one more hour than Alex,
and Roger can pour the same walkway in one hour less than Andy, who must
work together to finish the job with the least time?
Outstanding
4
Explanation shows
Mathematical thorough reasoning
reasoning
and insightful
justifications.
All computations are
Accuracy
correct and shown
in detail.
The presentation
is delivered in a
very convincing
Presentation manner. Appropriate
and creative visual
materials used.
CRITERIA
Satisfactory
3
Explanation
shows
substantial
reasoning
Developing
2
Explanation
shows gaps in
reasoning.
Most of the
All computations
computations
are correct.
are correct.
The
The
presentation is
presentation is
delivered in a
delivered in a
clear manner.
disorganized
Appropriate
manner. Some
visual materials visual materials
used.
used.
Beginning
1
Explanation
shows illogical
reasoning.
Some of the
computations
are correct.
The presentation is
delivered in a
clear manner.
It does not
use any visual
materials.

In this section, the discussion is about application of operations on rational algebraic
expressions. It gives you a general picture of relation between operations on rational
algebraic expressions and raterelated problems.
What new realizations do you have about the topic? What new connections have you
made for yourself? What questions do you still have? Copy the Learned, Affirmed, and
Challenged cards in your journal notebook and complete each.
Learned
Affirmed
What new realizations

What new connections
and learning do you have have you made? Which of
about the topic?
your old ideas have been
confirmed/affirmed
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Challenge
What questions do you
still have? Which areas
seem difficult for you?
Which do you want to
explore
What to
to Transfer
Transfer
What

Your goal in this section is to apply your learning in real-life situations. You will be
A ctivity 21
PRESENTATION

A newly-wed couple plans to construct a house. The couple has already a house plan made by their engineer friend. The plan of the house is
illustrated below:
Lavatory
2m
Bedroom
1m
Dining Room
2m
Comfort
1.5 m Room
Living Room
2.5 m
Master
Bedroom
3m
3m
3m

As a foreman of the project, you are tasked to prepare a manpower plan to be presented
to the couple. The plan includes the number of workers needed to complete the project, their
daily wage, the duration of the project, and the budget. The manpower plan will be evaluated
based on reasoning, accuracy, presentation, practicality, and efficiency.
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CRITERIA
Reasoning
Accuracy
Presentation
Outstanding
4
Explanation
shows thorough
reasoning
and insightful
justifications.
All computations
are correct and
shown in detail.
The
presentation is
delivered in a
very convincing
manner.
Appropriate and
creative visual
materials are
used.
Satisfactory
3
Explanation
shows
substantial
reasoning.
Developing
2
Explanation
shows gaps in
reasoning.
Beginning
1
Explanation
shows illogical
reasoning.
Most of the
All computations
computations
are correct.
are correct.
The
The
presentation is
presentation is
delivered in a
delivered in a
clear manner.
disorganized
Appropriate
manner. Some
visual materials visual materials
are used.
are used.
Some of the
computations
are correct.
The presentation is delivered
in a clear manner. It does not
use any visual
materials.
The proposed
project will be
completed with
greater number
of days.
The cost of
the plan is
expensive.
The proposed
plan will be
completed
with the most
number of days.
The cost of the
plan is very
expensive.
Practicality
The proposed
plan will be
completed at the
least time.
The proposed
plan will be
completed in
lesser time.
Efficiency
The cost of the

plan is minimal.
The cost of
the plan is
reasonable.
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REFLECTION
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Now that you have completed this module, let us summarize what have you learned:
1.
2.
Rate-related problems can be modelled using rational algebraic expressions.

A rational algebraic expression is a ratio of two polynomials where the denominator
is not equal to one.
3. Any expression not equal to zero raised to a zero exponent is always equal to one.
4. When an expression is raised to a negative integeral exponent, it is the same as
the multiplicative inverse of the expression.
5. A rational algebraic expression is in its simplest form if there is no common prime
factor in the numerator and the denominator except 1.
6. To multiply rational algebraic expressions, multiply the numerator and the
denominator, then simplify.
7. To divide rational algebraic expressions, multiply the dividend by the reciprocal of
the divisor, then multiply.
8. To add/subtract similar rational algebraic expressions, add/subtract the numerators,
and copy the common denominator.
9. To add/subtract dissimilar rational algebraic expressions, express each with
similar denominator, then add/subtract the numerators and copy the common
denominator.
10. A complex rational algebraic expression is an expression where the numerator or
denominator, or both the numerator and the denominator, are rational algebraic
expressions.
GLOSSARY OF TERMS:
Complex rational algebraic expression an expression where the numerator or denominator or both the numerator and the denominator are rational algebraic expressions.
LCD also known as least common denominator is the least common multiple of the denominators.
Manpower plan a plan where the number of workers needed to complete the project,
wages of each worker in a day, how many days can workers finish the job and how much can
be spend on the workers for the entire project.
Rate-related problems problems involving rates (e.g., speed, percentage, ratio, work)
Rational algebraic expression a ratio of two polynomials where the denominator is not
equal to one.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jli9PP_4HA
http://www.onlinemathlearning.com/adding-rational-expressions-help.html
http://www.onlinemathlearning.com/subtracting-rational-expressions-help.html
http://www.onlinemathlearning.com/dividing-rational-expressions-help.html
http://www.onlinemathlearning.com/multiplying-rational-expressions-help.html
http://spot.pcc.edu/~kkling/Mth_95/SectionIII_Rational_Expressions_Equations_and_Functions/Module4/Module4_Complex_Rational_Expressions.pdf
Images credit:
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RELATIONS
AND FUNCTIONS
I.

Have you ever asked yourself how the steepness of the mountain affects the
speed of a mountaineer? How does the familys power consumption affect the amount
of the electric bill? How is a dogs weight affected by its food consumption? How is the
revenue of the company related to the number of items produced and sold? How is the
grade of a student affected by the number of hours spent in studying?

A lot of questions may arise as you go along but in due course, you will focus
on the question: How can the value of a quantity given the rate of change be
predicted?

In this module, you will examine this question when you take the following lessons:
Lesson 1 Rectangular Coordinate System
Lesson 2 Representations of Relations and Functions
Lesson 3 Linear Function and Its Applications

Lesson 1
describe and illustrate the Rectangular Coordinate System and its

uses; and
describe and plot positions on the coordinate plane using the
coordinate axes.
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Lesson 2
Lesson 3
define relation and function;

illustrate a relation and a function;
determine if a given relation is a function using ordered pairs, graphs,
and equations;
differentiate dependent and independent variables; and
describe the domain and range of a function.
define linear function;
describe a linear function using its points, equation, and graph;
identify the domain and range of a linear function;
illustrate the meaning of the slope of a line;
find the slope of a line given two points, its equation, and its graph;
determine whether a function is linear given a table of values;
write the linear equation Ax + By = C into the form y = mx + b and
vice-versa;
graph a linear equation given (a) any two points; (b) the x-intercept
and y-intercept; (c) the slope and a point on the line; and (d) the slope
and y-intercept;
describe the graph of a linear equation in terms of its intercepts and
slope;
find the equation of a line given (a) two points; (b) the slope and a
point; (c) the slope and its intercept; and
solve real-life problems involving linear functions and patterns.
Module Map
Map
Module
Rectangular
Coordinate
System
Representations
of Relations and
Functions
Relations and
Functions
Domain and Range
Mapping
Diagram
Ordered
Pairs
Dependent and
Independent Variables
Table
Equations/
Formulas
Slope and Intercepts
Linear Functions
Applications
Graphs
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EXPECTED SKILLS:
To do well in this module, you need to remember and do the following:
1.
2.
3.
Follow the instructions provided for each activity.

Draw accurately each graph then label.
Read and analyze problems carefully.
III. PRE-ASSESSMENT
Read the questions carefully. Write the letter that corresponds to your answer on a
separate sheet of paper.
1.

What is a Rectangular Coordinate System?

a. It is used for naming points in a plane.
b. It is a plane used for graphing linear functions.
c.
It is used to determine the location of a point by using a single number.
d. It is a two-dimensional plane which is divided by the axes into four regions
called quadrants.
2.
Which of the following is true about the points

in Figure 1?
a. J is located in Quadrant III.
b. C is located in Quadant II.
c.
B is located in Quadrant IV.
d. G is located in Quadrant III.

3.

Which of the following sets of ordered pairs

defines a function?
a. {(3, 2), (-3, 6), (3, -2), (-3, -6)}
b. {(1, 2), (2, 6), (3, -2), (4, -6)}
c.
{(2, 2), (2, 3), (2, 4), (2, -9)}
d. {(4, 4), (-3, 4), (4, -4), (-3, -4)}
y
J
4. What is the domain of the relation shown in Figure 2?

a.
{x|x } c. {x|x > -2}
b.
{x|x 0} d. {x|x -2}
5.
B
Figure 1
Determine the slope of the line 3x + y = 7.
1
a.
3 c.
3
1
b.
-3 d.
3
6.
Rewrite 2x + 5y = 10 in the slope-intercept form.
2
x + 2
5
2
b.
y = x + 2
5
a.
y=
2
x + 10
5
2
d. y = x + 10
5
c. y =
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Figure 2
7. Find the equation of the line with slope -2 and passing through (5, 4).
a. y = 2x + 1
c. y = 2x + 14
b. y = -2x + 1
d. y = -2x + 14
8. Which line passes through the points (3, 4) and (8, -1)?
a.
y = -x + 7
c. y = x + 7
b.
y = -x 1

d. y = x 1
9.

10.
Jonathan has a job mowing lawns in his neighborhood, and gets paid Php 25 per
hour. Identify the independent variable in computing his total pay.
a. the job

c. the lawn mowing
b. the total pay
d. the number of hours worked
Some ordered pairs for a linear function of x are given in the table below.
x
1
3
5
7
9
y
-1
5
11
17
23

Which of the following equations was used to generate the table above?
a.
y = 3x 4
c.
y = -3x 4
b.
y = 3x + 4
d. y = -3x + 4

11. As x increases in the equation 5x + y = 7, the value of y
a. increases.
b. decreases.

c.
does not change.
Figure 3

d. cannot be determined.
12.
What is the slope of the hill illustrated in Figure 3? (Hint: Convert 5 km to m.)
y
1
a.
4 c.
4
1
b.
125 d.
250
13.

Which line in Figure 4 is the steepest?

a. line l c.
line n
b. line m d.
line p
14.
Joshua resides in a certain city, but he starts a new job in the neighboring city.
Every Monday, he drives his new car 90 kilometers from his residence to the
office and spends the week in a company apartment. He drives back home every
Friday. After 4 weeks of this routinary activity, his cars odometer shows that he
has travelled 870 kilometers since he bought the car. Write a linear model which
gives the distance y covered by the car as a function of x number of weeks since
he used the car.
a. y = 180x + 150
c. y = 180x + 510
b. y = 90x + 510
d. y = 90x + 150
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m
p
Figure 4
For item numbers 15 to 17, refer to the situation below.

A survey of out-of-school youth in your barangay was conducted. From year 2008 to
2012, the number of out-of-school youths was tallied and was observed to increase at
a constant rate as shown in the table below.
Year
Number of
out-of-school
youth, y
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
30
37
44
51
58
If the number of years after 2008 is represented by x, what mathematical model

can you make to represent the data above?
a.
y = -7x + 30
c. y = 7x + 30
b.
y = -7x + 23
d. y = 7x + 23
15.
16.

17.

18.
If the pattern continues, can you predict the number of out-of-school youths by
year 2020?
a. Yes, the number of out-of-school youths by year 2020 is 107.
b. Yes, the number of out-of-school youths by year 2020 is 114.
c.
No, because it is not stipulated in the problem.
d. No, because the data is insufficient.
The number of out-of-school youths has continued to increase. If you are the SK
Chairman, what would be the best action to minimize the growing number of outof-school youths?
a. Conduct a job fair.
b. Create a sports project.
c.
Let them work in your barangay.
d. Encourage them to enrol in Alternative Learning System.
You are a Math teacher. You gave a task to each group of students to make a
mathematical model, a table of values, and a graph about the situation below.
A boy rents a bicycle in the park. He has to pay a fixed amount of Php 10 and
an additional cost of Php 15 per hour or a fraction of an hour, thereafter.
What criteria will you consider so that your students can attain a good output?
I. Accuracy
II. Intervals in the Axes
III. Completeness of the Label
IV. Appropriateness of the Mathematical Model
a.
b.
I and II only
I, II, and III only
c.
d.
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II, III, and IV only

I, II, III, and IV
If y refers to the cost and x refers to the number of hours, what is the correct
mathematical model of the situation given in item 18?
a.
y = 15x + 10
c. y = 15x 10

b. y = 10x + 15
d. y = 10x 15
19.
20.
You are one of the trainers of a certain TV program on weight loss. You notice that
when the trainees run, the number of calories c burned is a function of time t in
minutes as indicated below:
t
c(t)
1
13
2
26
3
39
4
52
5
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As a trainer, what best piece of advice could you give to the trainees to maximize
weight loss?
a. Spend more time for running and eat as much as you can.
b. Spend more time for running and eat nutritious foods.
c.
Spend less time for running.
d. Sleep very late at night.
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Lesson
Rectangular
Coordinate System
What to
to Know
Know
What

Lets start this module by reviewing the important lessons on Sets. As you go
through this part, think about this question: How can the Rectangular Coordinate
System be used in real life?
A ctivity 1
RECALLING SETS
Description:
This activity will help you recall the concept of sets and the basic operations
on sets.
Directions: Let A = {red, blue, orange}, B = {red, violet, white}, and C = {black, blue}.
Find the following.
1.
A B
2.
A B
3.
A B C
4.
5.
6.
n(A B)
n(A B)
A C

7.
8.
9.
AB C
A (B C)
n(A (B C))
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A ctivity 2
Have you encountered difficulty in this lesson? If yes, what is it?
BOWOWOW!
Description:
Directions:
This activity is in the form of a game which will help you recall the concept
of number line.
Do as directed.
1. Group yourselves into 9 or 11 members.
2. Form a line facing your classmates.
3. Assign integers which are arranged from least to greatest to each
group member from left to right.
4. Assign zero to the group member at the middle.
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5.
6.
1.
2.
3.
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A ctivity 3
What is the number line composed of?

Where is zero found on the number line?
What integers can be seen on the left side of zero? What about on the
right side of zero?
Can you draw a number line?
IRF WORKSHEET
Description:
Directions:
Recite the number assigned to you.

Bow as you recite and when the last member is done reciting, all of
you bow together and say Bowowow!
Below is the IRF Worksheet in which you will give your present knowledge
about the concept.
Write in the second column your initial answers to the questions provided in
the first column.
Initial
Answer
Questions
Revised
Answer
Final
Answer
1.
What is a rectangular
coordinate system?
2. What are the different
parts of the rectangular
coordinate system?
3. How are points plotted on
the Cartesian plane?
4. How can the Rectangular
Coordinate System be used
in real life?

You just tried answering the initial column of the IRF Sheet. The next section will
enable you to understand what a Rectangular Coordinate System is all about and do a
CoordinArt to demonstrate your understanding.
What to
to Process
Process
What

Your goal in this section is to learn and understand the key concepts of Rectangular
Coordinate System.
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Rectangular Coordinate System is introduced using the concept of sets. You have
learned the binary operations of sets: union and intersection. Recall that A B and A B
are defined as follows:

A B = {xx A or x B}
A B = {xx A and x B}
The product set or Cartesian product of nonempty sets A and B, written as A B and
read A cross B, is the set of all ordered pairs (a, b) such that a A and b B. In symbols,
.
Illustrative Examples:
Let A = {2, 3, 5} and B = {0, 5}. Find (a) A B and (b) B A.
Solution:

A B = {(2, 0), (2, 5), (3, 0), (3, 5), (5, 0), (5, 5)}
B A = {(0, 2), (5, 2), (0, 3), (5, 3), (0, 5), (5, 5)}

The cardinality of set A is 3, symbolized as n(A) = 3. The cardinality of a set is the
number of elements in the set. The cardinality of A B, written as n(A B), can be determined
by multiplying the cardinality of A and the cardinality of B. That is,
n(A B) = n(A) n(B)
Illustrative Examples:
Let A = {2, 3, 5} and B = {0, 5}. Find (a) n(A B), and (b) n(B A).
Questions:
Solution:
Is n(A B) = n(B A)?

Why?
n(A B) = 3 2 = 6
n(B A) = 2 3 = 6

It is because n(A B) = n(B A)implies
n(A) n(B) = n(B) n(A) and it holds by
Multiplication Property of Equality.
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E S TI
ON
Yes, n(A B) = n(B A).
QU
Answers to the Questions:
What can you conclude?

State your conclusions by completing the statements below using the correct relation
symbol = or .
For any nonempty sets A and B,
1. n(A B) ___ n(B A).
2. A B ___ B A.
Exercise 1

Given that A = {4, 7, 8} and B = {5, 6}, find the following:

1. A B 3.
n(A B)

2. B A 4.
n(B A)
Exercise 2

Find (a) X Y, (b) Y X, (c) n(X Y), and (d) n(Y X) given the following sets X and Y:
1.
X = {2, 3} and Y = {8, 3}
2.
X = {1, 3, 6} and Y = {1, 5}
3.
X = {2, 5, 8, 9} and Y = {0, 8}
4.
X = {a, e, i, o, u} and Y = {yy is a letter of the word paper}.
5.
X = {x1 < x < 10, x is a prime number} and Y = {yy N,1 < y < 3}
Let be the set of real numbers. The notation 2 is the set of ordered pairs (x, y),
where x and y ; that is,
2 = = {(x, y)x , y }.

2 is also called the xy-plane or Cartesian plane in honor of the French mathematician
Ren Descartes (1596 1650), who is known as the Father of Modern Mathematics.
The Cartesian plane is composed of two perpendicular number
lines that meet at the point of origin (0, 0) and divide the plane into four
regions called quadrants. It is composed of infinitely many points. Each
point in the coordinate system is defined by an ordered pair of the
form (x, y), where x and y . The first coordinate of a point is called
the x-coordinate or abscissa and the second coordinate is called the
y-coordinate or ordinate. We call (x, y) an ordered pair because it is
different from (y, x). The horizontal and vertical lines, typically called the
x-axis and the y-axis, respectively, intersect at the point of origin whose
coordinates are (0, 0). The signs of the first and second coordinates of
a point vary in the four quadrants as indicated below.

Quadrant I
Quadrant II
Quadrant III
Quadrant IV
x > 0, or x is positive
x < 0, or x is negative
x < 0, or x is negative
x > 0, or x is positive
y > 0, or y is positive
y > 0, or y is positive
y < 0, or y is negative
y < 0, or y is negative
or (+, +);
or (, +);
or (, );
or (+, ).

There are also points which lie in the x- and y-axes. The points which lie in the x-axis
have coordinates (x, 0) and the points which lie in the y-axis have coordinates (0, y), where x
and y are real numbers.
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Illustrated below is a Cartesian plane.

y axis
7
Quadrant II
(, +)
Quadrant I
(+, +)
6
5
Positive direction is upward

and to the right
4
3
2
1
-7
-6
-5
-4
-3
-2
0 1
-1
-1
x axis
-2
-3
origin
-4
-5
(, )
Quadrant III
(+, )
Quadrant IV
-6
-7
How do you think can we apply this in real life? Lets try the next activity.
Example

Suppose Mara and Clara belong to a class with the following seating arrangement.
C1
C2
C3
C4
R5
R4
R3
Mara
Clara
R2
R1
Teacher's Table
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C5
C6
Questions:
1.
2.
Using ordered pairs, how do we describe Maras seat? How about Claras seat?
Using ordered pairs, how do we locate the seat of any classmate of Mara and
Clara?
Can we make a set of ordered pairs? If yes, state so.
3.
Solutions:
1.
Maras seat is at the intersection of Column 2 and Row 3. Claras seat is at the
intersection of Column 4 and Row 2. In symbols, we can write (2, 3) and (4, 2),
respectively, if we take the column as the x-axis and the row as y-axis.
We locate the seat of Maras and Claras classmates by using column and row.
We can use an ordered pair (Column #, Row #) to locate it.
Here is the set of ordered pairs:
{(C1, R1), (C2, R1), (C3, R1), (C4, R1), (C5, R1), (C6, R1),
(C1, R2), (C2, R2), (C3, R2), (C4, R2), (C5, R2), (C6, R2),
(C1, R3), (C2, R3), (C3, R3), (C4, R3), (C5, R3), (C6, R3),
(C1, R4), (C2, R4), (C3, R4), (C4, R4), (C5, R4), (C6, R4),
(C1, R5), (C2, R5), (C3, R5), (C4, R5), (C5, R5), (C6, R5)}
2.
3.

A ctivity 4
LOCATE YOUR CLASSMATE!
Description:
Directions:
This activity will enable you to locate the seat of your classmate in your
classroom using ordered pairs. This can be done by groups of five members
each.
Locate your seat and the seats of groupmates in the classroom. Complete
the table below:
Name
Location
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How do you locate the seat of your classmate in the classroom?
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MEET ME AT THIRDYS RESIDENCE
Description:
Directions:
Finding a particular point such (1, 4) in

the coordinate plane is similar to finding a
particular place on the map. In this activity,
you will learn how to plot points on the
Cartesian plane.
With the figure at the right above, find the
following locations and label each with
letters as indicated.
y
Aurora 5th St.
Aurora 4th St.
Aurora 3rd St.
Aurora 2nd St.
Aurora 1st St.
a.
Mabini 4th corner Aurora 1st Streets A
b.
Mabini 2nd corner Aurora 2nd Streets B
c.
Mabini 3rd corner Aurora 5th Streets C
d.
Mabini 5th corner Aurora 4th Streets D
e.
Mabini 1st corner Aurora 1st Streets E
1.
2.
3.
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4.
5.
A ctivity 6
How do you find each location?

Which axis do you consider first? Next?
If (1, 4) represents Mabini 1st Street corner Aurora 4th Street, then how
could these points be represented?
a. (3, 1)

d. (4, 2)
b. (4, 5)

e. (5, 3)
c.
(1, 2)
If you were asked to plot the points mentioned in item number 3 in the
Cartesian plane, can you do it? If yes, plot them.
How can Rectangular Coordinate System be used in real life?
HUMAN RECTANGULAR COORDINATE SYSTEM
Description:
Directions:
Mabini 1st St.

Mabini 2nd St.
Mabini 3rd St.
Mabini 4th St.
Mabini 5th St.
A ctivity 5
This activity is a game which will enable you to learn the Rectangular
Coordinate System.
Form two lines. 15 of you will form a horizontal line (x-axis) and 14 for the
vertical line (y-axis). These lines should intersect at the middle. Others may
stay at any quadrant separated by the lines. You may sit down and will only
stand when the coordinates of the point, the axis or the quadrant you belong
to is called.
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1.
2.
3.

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A ctivity 7
What is the Rectangular Coordinate System composed of?

Where do you see the origin?
What are the signs of coordinates of the points in each quadrant?
a. Quadrant I
b. Quadrant II
c.
Quadrant III
d. Quadrant IV
PARTS OF THE BUILDING
Description:
Directions:
This activity will enable you to give the coordinates of the part of the building.
Describe the location of each point below by completing the following table.
An example is done for you. Note that the point indicates the center of the
given part of the building.
Parts of the
Coordinates
Building
Example:
(-11, 8)
Morning Room
1. Gilt
Room
2. Terrace
Hall
3. Old
Kitchen
4. Billiard
Room
5. Salon
6. Reception
Hall
7. Grand
Staircase
Parts of the
Building
Quadrant
II
8. Marble
Hall
9. Reception
Office
10. Drawing
Room
11. Entrance
12. Library
13. Spa
14. Harborough
Room
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Coordinates Quadrant
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1.
2.
What is the Rectangular Coordinate System composed of?

How can the Rectangular Coordinate System be used in real life?
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A ctivity 8
OBJECTS POSITION
Description:
Directions:
This activity will enable you to give the coordinates of the point where the
object is located.
Describe the location of each point below by completing the following table.
An example is done for you.
Object
Example: ball
1. spoon
2. television set
3. laptop
4. bag
5. pillow
6. camera
7. table
Coordinates
(4, 2)
Quadrant/Axis
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Exercise 3

Indicate the name of each point in the Cartesian plane. Name each point by writing the
letter beside it. The coordinates are provided in the box below. An example is done for you.
y
12
11
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
-13 -12 -11 -10 -9 -8 -7 -6
-5 -4
-3
-2 -1
-1
-2
-3
-4
-5
-6
-7
-8
-9
-10
-11
-12
-13
1. A(-2, -6)
2. B(3, -3)
3. C(-1, 3)
4. D(0, 0)
5. E(-9, 11)
6. F(-4, 0)
7. G(0, -5)
8. H(6, -5)
9. I(6, 5)
10. J(13, -8)
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10 11 12 13
Exercise 4

Write the coordinates of each point. Identify the quadrant/axis where each point lies.
Coordinates
1. B( __ , __ )
2. C( __ , __ )
3. F( __ , __ )
4. G( __ , __ )
5. H( __ , __ )
6. L( __ , __ )
7. K( __ , __ )
Quadrant / Axis
y
5
4
G
3
2
1
-5
-4
-3
C
-2
-1
0
-1
-2
-3
L
-4
-5
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1.
2.
3.
4.
In what quadrant/axis does a point lie?

How do you locate points on the Cartesian plane?
Have you had an experience where a Rectangular Coordinate System
is applied? If yes, cite it.
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Now, make a Cartesian plane and plot points on it. Can you do it? Try the next exercise.
Exercise 5

Draw a Cartesian plane. Plot and label the following points.

Web Links
Kindly click this link
http://www.onlinemathlearning.com/rectangular-coordinate-system.
html and watch the video
provided for your reference.
A ctivity 9
1.
C(0, 4)
2.
A(3, -2)
3.
R(-5, 3)
4.
T(0, 7)
5.
E(-3, 6)
1
, 6)
2
5
7. I( , 4)
2
1
8. N(-7, )
4
1 1
9. P(- , - )
2 2
1
10. L(-8, )
2
6.
S(
IRF WORKSHEET REVISITED
Description:
Directions:
about the concept.
Give your revised answers of the questions in the first column and write
them in the third column. Compare your revised answers from your initial
answers.
Initial
Answer
Questions
Revised
Answer
Final
Answer
1. What is a rectangular
coordinate system?
2. What are the different
parts of the rectangular
coordinate system?
3. How do you locate points
on the Cartesian plane?
4. How can the Rectangular
Coordinate System be
used in real life?

In this section, the discussion is all about the Rectangular Coordinate System. You
have learned the important concepts of Rectangular Coordinate System. As you go through,
keep on thinking of the answer to the question: How can the Rectangular Coordinate
System be used in real life?
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What to
to Understand
Understand
What

Your goal in this section is to take a closer look at some aspects of the topic.
A ctivity 10
Description:
Directions:
SPOTTING ERRONEOUS COORDINATES

This activity will enable you to correct erroneous coordinates of the point.
Do as directed.
A. Susan indicated that A has

coordinates (2, 4).

1. Do you agree with Susan?

2. What makes Susan wrong?
3. How will you explain to her
that she is wrong in a subtle
way?
6
5
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1.
2.
-6
-5
-4
D
-7
B. Angelo insisted that B has

coordinates (4, 0) while D has
coordinates (0, -4). Do you agree
with Angelo? If yes, why? If no, state
the correct coordinates of points B
and D.
1
-3
-2
-1
0
-1
-2
-3
-4
-5
-6
-7
How did you find the activity?

Challenge Questions:
Use graphing paper to answer the following questions:
1. What value of k will make the points (-4, -1), (-2, 1), and (0, k) lie on a line?
2. What are the coordinates of the fourth vertex of the square if three of its vertices are at
(4, 1), (-1, 1), and (-1, -4)?
3.
What are the coordinates of the fourth vertex of the rectangle if three vertices are located
at (-2, -7), (3, -7), and (3, 5)?
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A ctivity 11
Description:
Directions:
COORDINART
This activity will give you some ideas on how Cartesian plane is used in
drawing objects. Perform this activity in groups of 5 to 10 students.
Select only one among the three coordinArts. Identify the ordered pairs of
the significant points so that the figure below would be drawn.
http://www.go2album.com/showAlbum/323639/
coordinartiguana_macaw
http://store.payloadz.com/details/800711-Other-FilesDocuments-and-Forms-sports-car-.html
http://www.plottingcoordinates.com/coordinart_
patriotic.html

The websites below are the sources of the images above. You may use these for more
accurate answers.

1. bird - http://www.go2album.com/showAlbum/323639/coordinartiguana_macaw.
2. car - http://store.payloadz.com/details/800711-Other-Files-Documents-andForms-sports-car-.html.

3. statue - http://www.plottingcoordinates.com/coordinart_patriotic.html.
A ctivity 12
Description:
Directions:

about the concept.
Write in the fourth column your final answer to the questions provided in
the first column. Compare your final answers with your initial and revised
answers.
Initial
Answer
Questions
1. What is a rectangular coordinate
system?
2. What are the different parts of the
rectangular coordinate system?
3. What are the uses of the
rectangular coordinate system?
4. How do you locate points on the
Cartesian plane?
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Revised
Answer
Final
Answer
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1.
2.
What have you learned about the first lesson in this module?
How meaningful is that learning to you?

Now that you have a deeper understanding of the topic, you are now ready to do the
task in the next section.
What to
to Transfer
Transfer
What

A ctivity 13
COORDINART MAKING
Description: This activity will enable you to apply your knowledge in
Rectangular Coordinate System to another context.
Materials: graphing paper

ruler
pencil and ballpen

coloring material
Directions:
Group yourselves into 5 to 10 members. Make you own CoordinArt using

graphing paper, ruler, pencil or ballpen, and any coloring material. Your
output will be assessed using the rubric below:
RUBRIC: COORDINART MAKING
CRITERIA
Accuracy of
Plot
Exemplary
4
All points are
plotted correctly
and are easy
to see. The
points are neatly
connected.
Satisfactory
3
All points are
plotted correctly
and are easy to
see.
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Developing
Beginning
2
1
All points are
Points are not
plotted correctly. plotted correctly.
Product shows
a large amount
of original
thought. Ideas
are creative and
inventive.
Originality
Neatness and
Attractiveness
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Product shows
some original
thought. Work
shows new
ideas and
insights.
Uses other
peoples ideas
and giving them
credit but there
is little evidence
of original
thinking.
Exceptionally
Neat and
Lines and
well designed,
relatively
curves are
neat, and
attractive. A ruler neatly drawn
attractive.
and graphing
but the graph
Colors that go
paper are used appears quite
well together are to make the
plain.
used to make
graph more
the graph more readable.
readable. A ruler
and graphing
paper are used.
Uses other
people's ideas,
but does not
give them credit.
Appears messy
and "thrown
together" in a
hurry. Lines
and curves are
visibly crooked.
CONSTELLATION ART
Description: This activity will enable you to apply your knowledge in
Rectangular Coordinate System to another context.
Materials: graphing paper
pencil and ballpen

coloring material
Directions:
Group yourselves into 5 to 10 members. Research constellations and their

names. Choose the one that you like most. Make your own constellation
using graphing paper, ruler, pencil or ballpen, and any coloring material.

How did you find the performance task? How did the task help you see the real-world
use of the topic?

You have completed this lesson. Before you go to the next lesson, answer the
question: How can the Rectangular Coordinate System be used in real life? Aside
from what is specified, can you cite another area or context where this topic is applicable?
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Lesson
Representations
of Relations
and Functions
What to
to Know
Know
What

Lets start this lesson by looking at the relationship between two things or quantities.
As you go through this lesson, think about this question: How are the quantities related
to each other?
A ctivity 1
CLASSIFY!
Description:
Directions:
This activity will enable you to write ordered pairs. Out of this activity, you
can describe the relation of an object to its common name.
Group the following objects in such a way that they have common properties/
characteristics.
fork
pencil
laptop
digital camera
ladle
liquid eraser
knife
ballpen
tablet
notebook
Kitchen Utensils
School Supplies
Gadgets
________________
________________
________________
________________
________________
________________
________________
________________
________________
________________
________________
________________
________________
________________
________________
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grater
iPod
pot
cellphone
paper
Form some ordered pairs using the format:

(object, common name).
a.
b.
c.
1.
2.
3.
NS
QU
ES TIO
A ctivity 2
How many objects can be found in each column?

How did you classify the objects?
Based on the coordinates you have formulated, is there a repetition of
the first coordinates? What about the second coordinates?
REPRESENTING A RELATION
Description:
Direction:
Column 1: _________________________________________
Column 2: _________________________________________
Column 3: _________________________________________
Given a diagram, you will be able to learn how to make a set of ordered
pairs.
Describe the mapping diagram below by writing the set of ordered pairs. The
first two coordinates are done for you.
Set of ordered pairs:

{(narra, tree), (tulip, flower),
(____, ____), (____, ____),
(____, ____), (____, ____)}
QU
NS
ES TIO
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
narra
tulip
orchid
mahogany
rose
apricot
flower
tree
How did you make a set of ordered pairs?

How many elements are there in the set of ordered pairs you have
made?
What elements belong to the first set? Second set?
Is there a repetition of the first coordinates? How about the second
coordinates?
Does the set of ordered pairs represent a relation?
How is a relation represented?
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A ctivity 3
IRF WORKSHEET
Description:
Direction:
Below is the IRF Worksheet that you will accomplish to record your present
knowledge about the concept.
Write in the second column your initial answers to the questions provided in
the first column.
Questions
Initial Answer
Revised
Answer
Final
Answer
1. What is a relation?
2. What is a function?
3. What do you mean by
domain of a relation/
function?
4.
What do you mean
by range of a relation/
function?
5. How are relations and
functions represented?
6. How are the quantities
related to each other?

You gave your initial ideas on representations of relations and functions. The next
section will enable you to understand how a relation and a function are represented and
do a leaflet design to demonstrate your understanding.
What to
to Process
Process
What

Your goal in this section is to learn and understand the key concepts of
Representations of Relations and Functions.
A relation is any set of ordered pairs. The set of all first coordinates is called the domain
of the relation. The set of all second coordinates is called the range of the relation.
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Illustrative Example

Suppose you are working in a fast food company. You earn Php 40 per hour. Your
earnings are related to the number of hours of work.
Questions:
1.
How much will you earn if you work 4 hours a day? How about 5 hours? 6 hours?
7 hours? Or 8 hours?
Express each as an ordered pair.
Based on your answer in item 2, what is the domain? What is the range?
2.
3.
Solutions:
1.
The earning depends on the number of hours worked. An amount of Php 160
is earned for working 4 hours a day, Php 200 for 5 hours, Php 240 for 6 hours,
Php 280 for 7 hours and Php 320 in 8 hours.
(4, 160), (5, 200), (6, 240), (7, 280), and (8, 320)
The domain of the relation is {4, 5, 6, 7, 8}. The range of the relation is {160, 200,
240, 280, 320}.
2.
3.
A ctivity 4
MAKE YOUR OWN RELATION!
Description:
This activity will enable you to make a relation, a correspondence of your

height and weight.
Materials:
tape measure or other measuring device
weighing device
ballpen
paper
Directions:
Form groups of 5 to 10 members. Find your height and weight and of the
other members of the group. Express your height in centimeters and weight
in kilograms. Write the relation of height and weight as an ordered pair in the
form (height, weight).
QU
NS
ES TIO
How are height and weight related to each other?
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Exercise 1

Suppose the bicycle rental at the Rizal Park is worth Php 20 per hour. Your sister would
like to rent a bicycle for amusement.
1. How much will your sister pay if she would like to rent a bicycle for 1 hour? 2
hours? 3 hours?
2. Based on your answers in item 1, write ordered pairs in the form (time, amount).
3. Based on your answers in item 2, what is the domain? What is the range?
4. How are rental time and cost of rental related to each other?
Exercise 2

Suppose you want to call your mother by phone. The charge of a pay phone call is Php 5 for
the first 3 minutes and an additional charge of Php 2 for every additional minute or a fraction of it.
1. How much will you pay if you have called your mother for 1 minute? 2 minutes?
3 minutes? 4 minutes? 5 minutes?
2. Based on your answers in item 1, write ordered pairs in the form (time, charge).
4. How are time and charge related to each other?
Exercise 3

John pays an amount Php 12 per hour for using the internet. During Saturdays and
Sundays, he enjoys and spends most of his time playing a game especially if he is with his
friends online. He plays the game for almost 4 hours.
1.
How much will John pay for using the internet for 1 hour? 2 hours? 3 hours? 4 hours?
2. Express each as an ordered pair.
3. Is it a relation? Explain.
5. How are time and amount related to each other?
6. If John has decided not to play the game in the internet cafe this weekend, what
is the maximum amount that he would have saved?
Exercise 4

The perimeter of a square depends on the length of its side. The formula of perimeter of
a square is P = 4s, where P stands for perimeter and s stands for the side.
1. What is the perimeter of the square whose side is 1 cm long? How about 2 cm
long? 3 cm long? 4 cm long? 5 cm long? 20 cm long?
2. Express each as an ordered pair.
3. Is it a relation? Why?
5. How are the perimeter and the side related to each other?
Exercise 5

The weight of a person on earth and on the moon is given in the table as approximates.
Weight on earth (N)

Weight on the moon (N)
120
20
126
21
132
22
138
23
144
24
150
25
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
What is the weight of a person on earth if he weighs 26 N on the moon? 27 N?

28 N?
What is the weight of a person on the moon if he weighs 174 N on earth? 180 N?
186 N?
Write the set of ordered pairs using the given table.
Is it a relation? Why?
Based on your answer in item 3, what is the domain? What is the range? Explain.
How are the weight on the moon and the weight on earth related to each other?
Representations of Relations

Aside from ordered pairs, a relation may be represented in four other ways: (1) table, (2)
mapping diagram, (3) graph, and (4) rule.
Table

The table describes clearly the behavior of the value of y as the value of x
changes. Tables can be generated based on the graph. Below is an example of a
table of values presented horizontally. At the right is also a table of values that is
presented vertically.
-2
-4
-1
-2
x
y
-2
-4
-1
-2
0
0
1
2
2
4
Mapping Diagram

Subsequently, a relation can be described by using a
diagram as shown at the right. In this example, -2 is mapped to
-4, -1 to -2, 0 to 0, 1 to 2, and 2 to 4.
Graph

At the right is an example of a graphical representation of
a relation. It illustrates the relationship of the values of x and y.
Rule

Notice that the value of y is twice the value of x. In other
words, this can be described by the equation y = 2x, where x is
an integer from -2 to 2.
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Given the graph, complete the set of ordered pairs and the table of values; draw the
mapping diagram; and generate the rule.


{(0, 6), (1, 5), (__, __), (__, __), (__, __), (__, __), (__, __)}
Table Mapping Diagram

A
B
x y
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
3 4
6 7
9 10
Rule: ________________________
Questions:
1.
2.
3.
4.
How did you complete the set of ordered pairs?

How did you make the table?
How did you make the mapping diagram?
What is the rule? How did you come up with the rule?
Answers:
The set of ordered pairs is {(0, 6), (1, 5), (2, 4), (3, 3), (4, 2), (5, 1), (6, 0)}. We use the
set of ordered pairs in completing the table. The set of ordered pairs shows that 0 is
mapped to 6, 1 to 5, 2 to 4, ..., and 6 to 0. Notice that the sum of x and y, which is 6,
is constant. Thus, the rule can be written as x + y = 6. This can also be written in set
notation as indicated below:
{(x,y)x + y = 6}

Note that the graph does not start with (0, 6) nor end with (6, 0). Arrow heads indicate
that we can extend the graph in both directions. Thus, it has no starting and ending points.
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Exercise 6
Given the mapping diagram below, make a table; write a set of ordered pairs; and draw
its graph.
A
B


{(__, __), (__, __), (__, __), (__, __), (__, __)}
-2
0
-1
y
Graph: Table:
1
0
6

5
x y
4
1
4
3
2
1
-6
-5
-4
-3
-2
-1
-1
-2
-3
-4
-5
-6
Questions:
1. How did you write the set of ordered pairs?
2. How did you make the table?
3. How did you graph?
4. Did you encounter any difficulty in making the table, set of ordered pairs, and the
graph? Why?
5. Can you generate a rule? Explain your answer.
Note that:
{1, 2, 3, 4, 5} is not a relation because it is not a set of ordered pairs.
{(1, 5), (2, 4), (-1, 8), (0, 10)} is a relation because it is a set of ordered pairs.
The rule x + y = 7 represents a relation because this can be written as a set of
ordered pairs {..., (0, 7), (1, 6), (2, 5), (3, 4), (4, 3), ...}
If the ordered pairs are plotted in the Cartesian plane, then a graph can be drawn
to describe the relation. The graph also illustrates a relation.
Domain and Range

It is noted that the domain of a relation is
the set of first coordinates while the range is the
set of second coordinates. Going back to the
graph, the domain of the relation is {-2, -1, 0,
1, 2} and range is {-4, -2, 0, 2, 4}. Note that we
write the same element in the domain or range
once.
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Determine the domain and range of the mapping diagram given in
Exercise 6.
Solution:

The domain of the relation is {0, 1, 4} while its range is {-2, -1, 0, 1, 2}.
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for enrichment.
watch?v=7Hg9JJceywA;
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Exercise 7

Determine the domain and the range of the relation given the set of ordered pairs.
1. {(0, 2), (1, 3), (2, 4), (3, 5), (4, 6)}
2. {(0, 2), (0, 4), (0, 6), (0, 8), (0, 10)}
3. {(-5, -2), (-2, -2), (1, 0), (4, 2), (7, 2)}
4. {(0, 2), (-1, 3), (-2, 4), (-3, 5), (-4, 6)}
5. {(0, -2), (1, -3), (2, -4), (3, -5), (4, -6)}
Exercise 8

Determine the domain and the range of each mapping diagram.
1. 3.
-5
-2
-1
0
8
9
2
10
-2
0
1
2
2. 4.
1
2
0
3
4
0
1
2
3
4
-5
-1
0
6
1
2
3
Exercise 9

Determine the domain and the range of the table of values.
x
-1 0
1
2
3
1. 3.
y
3
6
9 12 15
x
y
-2
2
-1
1
0
0
1
1
2
2
x
-2 -2 -1 -1 0
2. 4.
y
5 -5 3 -3 -1
x
y
5
-5
5
0
5
5
5
10
5
15
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Exercise 10

Determine the domain and the range of the relation illustrated by each graph below.
y
1. 3.
-3
-2
-1
-1
-3
-2
-1
-2
-2
-3
-3
2. 4.
3
-2
-1
-3
-1
-1
-3
-2
-1
-1
-2
-2
-3
-3
Note: The points in the

graph are those points on
the curve.

A correspondence may be classified as one-to-one, many-to-one, or one-to-many. It
is one-to-one if every element in the domain is mapped to a unique element in the range,
many-to-one if any two or more elements of the domain are mapped to the same element in
the range; or one-to-many if each element in the domain is mapped to any two or more elements in the range.
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One-to-One Correspondence
Student
Many-to-One Correspondence
I.D. No.
Mary
001
John
025
Kim
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Student
Class Rank
Mary
Susan
Kenneth
Roger
One-to-Many Correspondence
Teacher
Student
Mars
Kim
Mrs. Peas
John
Sonia
Illustrative Example 1
Consider the table and mapping diagram below.
Mapping Diagram
Student
Faith
Camille
Jayson
9
Table
Section
Gomez
Zamora
Ivan
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Government
Agency
Official Websites
DepEd
www.deped.gov.ph
DSWD
www.dswd.gov.ph
SSS
www.sss.gov.ph
PhilHealth
www.philhealth.gov.ph
Questions to Ponder

1. What type of correspondence is the mapping? Explain.

2. What type of correspondence is the table? Explain.
Solutions:
1. The mapping diagram is many-to-one because three students, namely: Faith,
Camille, and Ivan are classmates or belong to the same section Gomez.
2. The table is one-to-one correspondence because one element in the domain
(government agency) is mapped to one and only one element in the range (official
website).
Consider the sets of ordered pairs below.
Set A: {(3, 4), (4, 5), (5, 6), (6, 7), (7, 8)}
Set B: {(2, 2), (2, -2), (3, 3), (3, -3), (4, 4), (4, -4)}
Set C: {(0, 1), (1, 1), (2, 1), (3, 1), (4, 1), (5, 1)}
Questions to Ponder
1. What is the domain of each set of ordered pairs?
2. What is the range of each set of ordered pairs?
3. What type of correspondence is each set of ordered pairs? Explain.
4. Which set/sets of ordered pairs is/are functions? Explain.
Solutions:
1. The domain of set A is {3, 4, 5, 6, 7}; set B is {2, 3, 4}; and set C is {0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5}.
2. The range of set A is {4, 5, 6, 7, 8}; set B is {-4, -3, -2, 2, 3, 4}; and set C is {1}.
3. Correspondence in Set A is one-to-one; set B is one-to-many; and set C is manyto-one.
4. Set A is a function because there exists a one-to-one correspondence between
elements. For example, 3 corresponds to 4, 4 to 5, 5 to 6, 6 to 7, and 7 to 8.
Similarly, set C is a function because every element in the domain corresponds
to one element in the range. However, set B is not a function because there are
elements in the domain which corresponds to more than one element in the range.
For example, 2 corresponds to both 2 and -2.
A function is a special type of relation. It is a relation in which every element in the
domain is mapped to exactly one element in the range. Thus, a set of ordered pairs is a
function if no two distinct ordered pairs have equal abscissas.
Questions to Ponder
1. Among the types of correspondence, which ones are functions? Why?
2.
Does one-to-one correspondence between elements always guarantee a function?
How about many-to-one? Justify your answer.
3. Does one-to-many correspondence between elements always guarantee a
function? Justify your answer.
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Exercise 11

Go back to Exercises 7 to 10, identify which ones are functions. Explain.
Note that all functions are relations but some relations are not functions.
A ctivity 5
PLOT IT!
Description:
In the previous activities, you have learned that a set of ordered pairs is a
function if no two ordered pairs have the same abscissas. Through plotting
points, you will be able to generalize that a graph is that of a function if every
vertical line intersects it in at most one point.
Directions:
Determine whether each set of ordered pairs is a function or not. Plot each
set of points on the Cartesian plane. Make some vertical lines in the graph.
(Hint: 3 1.73)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
{(4, 0), (4, 1), (4, 2)}

{(0, -2), (1, 1), (3, 7), (2, 4)}
{(-2, 2), (-1, 1), (0, 0), (1, 1)}
{(-2, 8), (-1, 2), (0, 0), (1, 2), (2, 8)}
{(3, 3), (0, 0), (-3, 3)}
{(-2, 0), (-1, 3), (-1, -3 ), (0, 2), (0, -2), (1, 3), (1, -3), (2, 0)}
Determine whether each set of ordered pairs represents a function or not. Put a tick
mark on the appropriate column. Determine also the number of points that intersect any vertical line.
Set of Ordered Pairs
Not
Function
Function
1. {(4, 0), (4, 1), (4, 2)}

2. {(0, -2), (1, 1), (3, 7), (2, 4)}
3. {(-2, 2), (-1, 1), (0, 0), (1, 1)}
4. {(-2, 8), (-1, 2), (0, 0), (1, 2), (2, 8)}
5. {(3, 3), (0, 0), (-3, 3)}
6. {(-2, 0), (-1, 3), (-1, -3), (0, 2),
(0, -2), (1, 3), (1, -3 ), (2, 0)}
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Number of Points
that Intersect a
Vertical Line
QU
NS
ES TIO
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Which set of ordered pairs define a function?

In each set of ordered pairs which defines a function, what is the
maximum number of point/s that intersect every vertical line?
Which set of ordered pairs does not define a function?
In each set of ordered pairs which does not define a function, what is
the maximum number of points that intersect every vertical line?
What have you observed?
The Vertical Line Test

If every vertical line intersects the graph no more than once, the graph represents a
function.
Exercise 12

Identify which graph represents a function. Describe each graph.
1. 3.
4, 5,
Web Links
Watch the video by clicking the
websites below.
1. http://www.youtube.com/watch?NR=1
&v=uJyx8eAHazo&feature=endscreen
2. h t t p : / / w w w . y o u t u b e .
c o m / w a t c h ? v = - x v D n4FOJQ&feature=endscreen&NR=1
Questions:
1. Which are functions? Why?
2. Can you give graphs which are that of functions? If yes,
give three graphs.
3. Can you give graphs which are not that of functions? If
yes, give another three graphs which do not represent
functions.
4. How do you know that a graph represents a function?
5. How is function represented using graphs?
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Consider the following graphs:
y-axis
-3
-2
-1
y-axis
-1
x-axis
-3
-2
-1
-1
-2
-2
-3
-3
x-axis
Questions:

Which graph is a function? Which line fails the Vertical Line Test? Explain.
Horizontal and Vertical Lines

The horizontal line represents a function. It can be described by the equation y = c,
where c is any constant. It is called a constant function. However, a vertical line which can be
described by the equation x = c does not represent a function.

A relation may also be represented by an equation in two variables or the so-called rule.
Consider the next example.

The rule 3x + y = 4 represents a relation. If we substitute the value of x = -2 in the
equation, then the value of y would be:

3x + y = 4

3(-2) + y = 4
Substituting x by -2.

-6 + y = 4

Simplification

-6 + y + 6 = 4 + 6

Addition Property of Equality
y = 10

Simplification

Similarly, if x = -1, then y = 7, and so on. Thus, we can have a set of ordered pairs
{, (-2, 10), (-1, 7), (0, 4), (1, 1), (2, -2),...}. Besides, a rule is a function if y can be
expressed in terms of x, and there is only one value of y for one value of x.
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Tell whether the rule 3x + y = 4 is a function or not.

Solutions
3x + y = 4
3x + y + (-3x) = 4 + (-3x)
Why?
y = -3x + 4 Why?

The rule above is a function since it can be written in, y = -3x + 4.

Tell whether the rule x2 + y2 = 4 a function or not.
x2 + y2 = 4
x2 + y2 + (-x2) = 4 + (-x2)
Why?
y2 = 4 x2 Why?
y = 4 x2
Getting the square root of both sides.

Notice that for every value of x, there are two values of y. Lets find the values of y if x = 0.
y = 4 x2
y = 4 02
y = 4
y = 2

As shown above, if x = 0, then the values of y are 2 and -2. Thus, it is not a function.
A ctivity 6 IDENTIFY ME!

Description:
Directions:
An equation in two variables can also represent a relation. With this activity,
you are able to determine whether a rule is a function or not.
Given the rule, determine whether the rule represents a function or not.
Answer the questions that follow. Examples are done for you.
Equation
Solutions
x = -2
y = 2x + 1 = 2(-2) + 1 = -4 + 1 = -3
x = -1
y = 2x + 1 = 2(-1) + 1 = -2 + 1 = -1
a. y = 2x + 1
x=0
y = 2x + 1 = 2(0) + 1 = 0 + 1 = 1
x=1
y = 2x + 1 = 2(1) + 1 = 2 + 1 = 3
x=2
y = 2x + 1 = 2(2) + 1 = 4 + 1 = 5
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Coordinates
(-2, -3)
(-1, -1)
(0, 1)
(1, 3)
(2, 5)
b. x = y2
x=0
x = y2 = 0; hence, y = 0. Why?
x=1
x = y2 = 1; hence, y = 1 or -1. Why?
x=4
x = y2 = 4; hence, y = 2 or -2. Why?
(0, 0)
(1, 1), (1, -1)
(4, 2), (4, -2)
Write the set of ordered pairs of each rule.

a. y = 2x + 1 : _____________________________________
b. x = y2
: _____________________________________
QU
NS
ES TIO
1.
Are there any two ordered pairs whose abscissas are equal? If yes,
which ones? Which rule does this set of ordered pairs belong?
2. Does the equation y = 2x + 1 define a function? Why or why not?
3. Does the equation x = y2 define a function? Why or why not?
4. What is the exponent of y in the equation y = 2x + 1? What about the
exponent of y in the equation x = y2?
5. What can you deduce? How do we know that an equation illustrates
a function? How do we know that an equation illustrates a mere
relation?
6. Which among the equations below define functions? Explain.
a.
y = 5x 4
b. 3x 2y = 2
c.
y = x2
d.
x2 + y2 = 9
e.
y3 = x
7.
Can you give some equations which represent a function? How about
those which do not represent a function? Give three examples each.
Exercise 13

Determine whether each rule below represents a function or not.
1. y = 3x + 9
6. x + y2 = 10
Web Links
2. y = -2x 7
7. x = y4
For your reference, you can visit
the websites:
3. x + y = 10
8. y = x2
1. http://www.webgraphing.com/
2
4. x + y = 2
9. y = 4 + 1
watch?v=hdwH24ToqZI
5. 2x2 + y2 = 8
10. x2 y2 = 16
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Note that a rule represents a function if and only if it can be written in the form y = f(x).
A ctivity 7
MINDS-ON
Description:
Direction:
QU
NS
ES TIO
Variables may be dependent or independent. Dependent variable depends

on the independent variable while the independent variable controls the
dependent variable.
Classify the variables as independent or dependent.
1.

time and salary

Independent variable: ______________
Dependent variable: _______________
2.

the number of hours boiling and the number of ounces of water in the
pot
3.

the distance covered and the volume of the gasoline

4.

the number of hours studied to grade on test

5.

height of a plant to the number of months grown

1.
Fill in the blanks.

a. I consider time as a/an ________________ variable because it
___________________ the salary.
b. I consider salary as a/an ______________ variable because it
__________________ on the number of hours worked.
c.
I consider the number of hours boiling as a/an ________________
variable because it ___________ the number of ounces of
water in the pot.
d. I consider the number of ounces of water in the pot as a/an
______________ variable because it ___________________
on the number of hours boiling.
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e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
j.
2.
I consider the distance covered as a/an ________________

variable because it ___________________ on the volume of
the gasoline.
I consider the volume of the gasoline as a/an ______________
variable because it ___________________ the distance
covered.
I consider the number of hours studied as a/an _____________
variable because it ___________________ grade on test.
I consider grade on test as a/an ________________ variable
because it ___________________ on the number of hours
studied.
I consider height of the plant as a/an ________________
variable because it ___________________ on the number of
months grown.
I consider the number of months grown as a/an ____________
variable because it ___________________ the number of
months grown.
How do you differentiate the dependent from the independent

variable?
Dependent and Independent Variables

In an equation where y is expressed in terms of x, the variable x is considered the
independent variable because any value could be assigned to it. However, the variable y
is the dependent variable because its value depends on the value of x.
A ctivity 8 AM I RELATED (PART I)?

Description:
Directions:
QU
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This task provides counter examples to the previous activity. This can be
done by groups of 5 members.
Think of two quantities related to each other. Identify the independent and
dependent variables. Give as many as three examples.
1.
2.
What three pairs of quantities did you choose? Why?

Can we see/experience them in real life?
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A ctivity 9 AM I RELATED (PART II)?

Description:
Directions:
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QU
Among the variables mentioned in the previous activity, make a table of

values and set of ordered pairs and identify whether or not each illustrates a
function.
Among the three pairs you have identified in Activity 9, choose only one for
your group. You may conduct an interview with experts. Then, make a table
of values and a set of ordered pairs. Identify whether it illustrates a function
or not.
1.
2.
3.
What difficulty did you encounter in collecting the data?

How were you able to prepare the table of values?
Is the relation a function? Why?

In the previous section, you have learned how a function is defined. This time, you
will enrich your knowledge about functions starting with function notation.
Function Notation
The f(x) notation can also be used to define a function. If f is a function, the symbol f(x),
read as f of x, is used to denote the value of the function f at a given value of x. In simpler
way, f(x) denotes the y-value (element of the range) that the function f associates with x-value
(element of the domain). Thus, f(1) denotes the value of y at x = 1. Note that f(1) does not
mean f times 1. The letters such as g, h and the like can also denote functions.

Furthermore, every element x in the domain of the function is
called the pre-image. However, every element y or f(x) in the range
is called the image. The figure at the right illustrates concretely the
input (the value of x) and the output (the value of y or f(x)) in the rule
or function. It shows that for every value of x there corresponds one
and only one value of y.

Example:
Consider the rule or the function f defined by f(x) = 3x 1.
If x = 2, then the value of the function would be 5.
Solution:
f(x) = 3x 1
f(2) = 3(2) 1
f(2) = 6 1

f(2) = 5

Rule/Function
Substituting x by 2
Simplification
Simplification
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Input
Function f
Output
f(x) or y
The input is 2 (the value of x) and the output is 5 (the value of y or f(x)).
How about if x = 3?

Solution:
f(x) = 3x 1
f(3) = 3(3) 1
f(3) = 9 1

f(3) = 8

Rule/Function
Substituting x = 3
Simplification
Simplification
The input is 3 (the value of x) while the output is 8 (the value of function).
Domain and Range of a Function

In the previous section, you have learned how the domain and the range of a relation
are defined. The domain of the function is the set of all permissible values of x that give real
values for y. Similarly, the range of the function is the set of permissible values for y or f(x) that
give the values of x real numbers.

You have taken the domain and the range of the relation given in the table of values
in the previous lesson, the set of ordered pairs and the graph. Can you give the domain
and the range if the graph of the function is known? Try this one!

Find the domain and the range of each graph below.
a. b.
y
Solutions:

In (a), arrow heads indicate that the graph of the function extends in both directions.
It extends to the left and right without bound; thus, the domain D of the function is the set of
real numbers. Similarly, it extends upward and downward without bound; thus, the range R of
function is the set of all real numbers. In symbols,
D = {x|x }, R = {y|y }
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In (b), arrow heads indicate that the graph of the function is extended to the left and
right without bound, and downward, but not upward, without bound. Thus, the domain of the
function is the set of real numbers, while the range is any real number less than or equal to 0.
That is,
D = {x|x }, R = {y|y 0}
Exercise 14

Determine the domain and the range of the functions below.
1. 2. 3.
5
4.
5.
6.
(0, -2)

Note: The broken line in item number 4 is an asymptote. This is a line that the graph of
a function approaches, but never intersects. (Hint: The value of x = 0 is not part of the domain
of the function.)
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A ctivity 10
GRAPH ANALYSIS
Description:
Directions:
This activity will enable you to determine the domain of the function.
Consider the graphs below. Answer the questions that follow.
1
The graph of f(x) =
x
y
4
-4
-3
-2
-1
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-4
-3
-2
-1
7
6
5
4
3
2
-1
-2
-2
-3
-3
-4
-4
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The graph of f(x) = x2

y
The graph of f(x) = x

y
1
-5
-4
-3
-2
-1
-1
-2
1.
2.
Does each graph represent a function? Why?

What is the domain of the first graph? Second graph? Third graph?
Explain each.
3. Does the first graph touch the y-axis? Why or why not?
1
4. In f(x) = , what happens to the value of the function if x = 0? Does this
x
value affect the domain of the function?
5. In f(x) = x, what happens to the value of the function if x < 0, or
negative? Does this value help in determining the domain of the
function?
6. In f(x) = x2, is there a value of x that will make the function undefined?
If yes, specify: _____________________.
7. Make a reflection about the activity.

You have tried identifying the domain and the range of the graph of the function.
What about if you are asked to find the domain of the function itself without its graph. Try
this one!

Determine the domain of each function below. Check the solution using a calculator.
1.
f(x) = 3x
2.
f(x) = x2
3.
f(x) = x 2
x+1
4.
f(x) =
x
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Solutions:
1. In f(x) = 3x, there is no value of x that makes the function f undefined. Thus, the
domain of f(x) = 3x is the set of real numbers or {x|x }.
2. In f(x) = x2, there is no value of x that makes the function f undefined. Thus, the
domain of f(x) = x2 is the set of real numbers or {x|x }.
3. In f(x) = x 2 , the domain of the function is the set of values of x that will not
make x 2 an imaginary number. Examples of these values of x are 2, 2.1, 3,
3.74, 4, 5, and so on. However, x = 1 cannot be because it can give the value of
the function

1 2 = -1

which is an imaginary number where the calculator yields an Error or a Math Error.
The numbers between 1 and 2 neither work. Thus, the domain of the function is x
is greater than or equal to 2, or {x|x 2}. To get a real number, the radicand must
be greater than or equal to 0. That is, x 2 0 which gives x 2 if simplified.
x+1
4. In f(x) =
, the domain of the function is the set of values of x that will not make
x
x+1
x+1
undefined. The value x = 0 will make the expression
undefined. When
x
x
the answer is undefined, the calculator yields an Error or a Math Error. Thus,
x = 0 is not part of the domain. The domain, therefore, of the function is the
set of real numbers except 0, or {x|x , x 0}. To find easily the domain of
the function, the denominator must not be equal to zero, or x 0.

Note that the value of the function will not be a real number if it is an imaginary
number or undefined.
Exercise 15

Find the domain of each function.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
3x + 4

x1
g(x) = x 7 7.
g(x) = x 8
3x
g(x) = x 8.
g(x) =
x+6
g(x) = x + 1

9. g(x) = 2x 4
x+4
x+4
g(x) =

10. g(x) =
x2
3x 5
g(x) = 5x + 1
6.
g(x) =
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A ctivity 11
Description:
Directions:

Below is the IRF Worksheet in which you will write your present knowledge
about the concept.
Give your revised answers to the questions provided in the first column and
write them in the third column. Compare your revised answers with your
initial answers.
Questions
Initial Answer
Revised
Answer
Final
Answer

Go back to the previous section and find out if your initial ideas are correct or not.
How much of your initial ideas are discussed. Which ideas are different and need revision?

Now that you know the important ideas about this topic, lets go deeper by moving
on to the next section.
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Understand
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A ctivity 12
Description:
Directions:
QUIZ
This activity will evaluate your knowledge about the domain of the given
relation.
Do as directed.

A. State the domain of the relation.
1.
h(x) = 1 x
4.
2.
x + y = 4
3.
x2 + y2 = 16
t(x) = 2x 4
2x2 + 3x 2
r(x) =

x+2
5.
B.
Answer the following questions.

(x + 4)(x 4)
1. Is the domain of f(x) =
equal to the domain of
x4
g(x) = x + 4? Justify your answer.
2. (Biology) The weight of the muscles of a man is a function of his
body weight x and can be expressed as W(x) = 0.4x. Determine
the domain of this function. Explain your answer.
3. Give a function whose domain is described below:
a.
{x|x }

c.
{x|x 4}
b.
{x|x , x 1}
d. {x|x -1}
4. Accept or reject the following statement and justify your
x+5
response: The domain of the function f(x) =
is {x|x > 1}.
x 1
C.
Study the graph given and use it to answer the questions that follow.
y
3
2
1
-3
-2
-1
-1
-2
-3
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2.
3.
4.
5.
A ctivity 13
Description:
Directions:
Does the graph represent a relation? Explain.

Does the graph represent a function? Explain.
Determine the domain of the graph.
Determine the range of the graph.
How are the quantities related to each other? Does the value of
y increase as x increases?

about the concept.
Write in the fourth column your final answer to the questions provided in
the first column. Compare your final answers with your initial and revised
answers.
Initial
Answer
Questions
Revised
Answer
Final
Answer

you made for yourself?

What to
to Transfer
Transfer
What

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A ctivity 14
Description:
Directions:
GALLERY WALK
Your output in this activity is one of your projects for the second quarter. It
summarizes the representations of relations and functions. This could be
done by groups of 5 to 8 members each. Before doing this project, you are
required to have a research on making a leaflet.
You make an informative leaflet providing the information about the
representations of relations and functions. Each member in the group will
give a relation and write its representations. Arrange these in a creative
manner. Your group output will be assessed using the rubric below.
RUBRIC: INFORMATIVE LEAFLET
Exemplary
4
The leaflet
includes all
Required
required
Elements
elements as well
as additional
information.
All graphics
are related to
Graphics the topic and
Relevance /
make it easier to
Color
understand.
All borrowed
graphics have a
source citation.
The leaflet is
exceptionally
Attractiveness/
attractive
Formatting
in terms of
design, layout,
and neatness.
CRITERIA
Satisfactory
3
All required
elements are
included in the
leaflet.
Developing
Beginning
2
1
All but 1 or 2
Several required
of the required
elements are
elements are not missing.
included in the
leaflet.
All graphics are

related to the
topic. All
borrowed
graphics have a
source citation.
All graphics
relate to the
topic. One or
two borrowed
graphics are not
cited.
Graphics do
not relate to the
topic or several
borrowed
graphics are not
cited.
The leaflet is
attractive in
terms of design,
layout, and
neatness.
The leaflet is
acceptably
attractive though
it may be a bit
messy.
The leaflet is
distractingly
messy or very
poorly designed.
It is not
attractive.
In this section, your task was to make an informative leaflet. How did you find the
performance task?
Continue studying the next lesson for further understanding about functions.
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Lesson
Linear Function
and Its Applications
What to
to Know
Know
What

Lets start this lesson by recalling translation of English phrases to mathematical
expressions and vice versa. As you go through this module, keep in mind this question:
How can you predict the value of a quantity given the rate of change?
A ctivity 1
FIND MY PAIR!
Description:
Directions:
This activity will enable you to recall translations of verbal phrases to

mathematical phrases.
Match the verbal phrase in Column A to the mathematical phrase in Column B.
Write the letter that corresponds to your answer in your notebook.
Column A
Column B
___ 1. The sum of the numbers x and y
A. 7xy
___ 2. The square of the sum of x and y
B. x + y
___ 3. The sum of the squares of x and y
C. 2(x + y)
___ 4. Nine less than the sum of x and y
D. 9 x + y
___ 5. Nine less the sum of x and y
E. 9 (x + y)
___ 6. Twice the sum of x and y
F. (x + y) - 9
___ 7. Thrice the product of x and y
G. x2 + y2
___ 8. Thrice the quotient of x and y
H. (x + y)2
___ 9. The difference between x and y divided by four
I. 4x3 + y3
___10. Eight more than the product of x and y
J. 4(x3 + y3)
___11. The product of 7, x, and y
K. 4(x + y)
___12. The product of four and the sum of x and y
L. x + y2 10
___13. The sum of x and the square of y diminished by ten M. 8 + xy
___14. Four times the sum of the cubes of x and y
N. 2 x y
___15.]Two multiplied by the absolute value of the O. x y

difference of x and y
4
P. 3xy
Q. x
33
y
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1. What is the difference between:

a. x less than y and x less y?
b. the sum of the squares of x and y and the square of the sum
of x and y?
2. Have you encountered any difficulty in translating English phrases to
mathematical expressions? Explain your answer.
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In Activity 1, you translated verbal phrases to mathematical phrases. However, in

the next activity, you will write the verbal phrases for a given set of mathematical phrases.
A ctivity 2
WRITE YOUR OWN VERBAL PHRASE!
Description:
Directions:
This activity will enable you to translate mathematical phrases to verbal

phrases.
Write the verbal phrase for each mathematical phrase below.
1. a + b
6. a2 + b2
2. 2(a b)
7. a + 2b
ab
3. 3a + 4b
8.
2
4. b 5
2
9.
2a
3b
5. 5 b
a
10.
+7
b

It is also necessary to recall translating verbal sentences to equations. Try the next
activity.

Represent the sentences below algebraically:

1.
Four times a number increased by 5 is 21.

Four
times
a number
increased by
is
21.

4
x +
5
=
21

The mathematical equation for the verbal sentence is 4x + 5 = 21.
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2.
The difference of two numbers is 8.

The term difference means the answer of subtraction. The two numbers
can be represented by two variables, say x and y. Thus, the correct mathematical
equation is x y = 8.
The perimeter of the triangle whose sides are x, x + 4, and 2x + 5 is 57.
3.

The perimeter of any triangle is the sum of the lengths of its three sides. The
perimeter P of the triangle is x + (x + 4) + (2x + 5) and is equal to 57. Thus, the
correct mathematical equation is x + (x + 4) + (2x + 5) = 57.
A ctivity 3
WRITE THE CORRECT EQUATION
Description:
Direction:
This activity will enable you to translate each verbal sentence into a
mathematical equation and vice versa.
Represent each of the following algebraically.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Twice a number is 6.
Four added to a number gives ten.
Twenty-five decreased by twice a number is twelve.
If thrice a number is added to seven, the sum is ninety-eight.
The sum of the squares of a number x and 3 yields 25.
The difference between thrice a number and nine is 100.
The sum of two consecutive integers is equal to 25.
The product of two consecutive integers is 182.
The area of the rectangle whose length is (x + 4) and width is (x 3)
is 30.
10. The sum of the ages of Mark and Sheila equals 47.
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1.
2.
3.

4.
What are the common terms used to represent the = sign?

Use the phrase is equal to in your own sentence.
Translate the formulae below to verbal sentences.
a. P = a + b + c (Perimeter of a triangle)
b. A = lw (Area of a rectangle)
c.
A = s2 (Area of a square)
d. C = (Circumference of a circle)
e. SA = 2lw + 2lh + 2wh (Surface area of a rectangular prism)
Write five pairs of mathematical phrases and their verbal translations.
Recalling evaluation of algebraic expressions is also important. Try the next activity.
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A ctivity 4
EVALUATE ME!
Description: This activity will enable you to evaluate algebraic expressions.

Direction: Evaluate the following algebraic expressions.
1. 2xy when x = 2 and y = 1
2.
x 4y when x =-1 and y = 0
3.
x2 + y when x = -5 and y = 7
4.
3x + 2y when x = 3 and y = -4
5.
6.
3(x + y) 2(x 8y)
7.
(3x)(
8.
x2 + 4x 5
when x = 5 and y = 3
y2 y 2
9.

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x+4
1
(8y) when x = 2 and y =
x2 30
2
10.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
y8
)
y2
when x = 8 and y = -2
when x = 4 and y = 0
2
2x 5 + 7y when x = 4 and y = 7
(x + 3) 4 15 2xy when x = 5 and y = -1
How do you evaluate an algebraic expression?

What rule did you use to evaluate algebraic expressions?
If an exponent and parenthesis appear simultaneously, which one will
you perform first?
If an expression allows you to multiply and divide in any order, is it
correct to always perform multiplication first before division?
In the expression 6 (3)(4), which operation will you perform first,
multiplication or division?
If an expression allows you to add and subtract, is it correct to always
perform addition first before subtraction? Why?
In the expression 2 1 + 8, which operation will you perform first,
addition or subtraction?
State the GEMDAS Rule.
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A ctivity 5
IRF WORKSHEET
Description:
Directions:
about the concept.
Give your initial answers to the questions provided in the first column and
write them in the second column.
Questions
Initial Answer
Revised
Answer
Final
Answer
1. What is a linear function?

2. How do you describe a
linear function?
3. How do you graph a linear
function?
4. How do you find
equation of the line?
the
5. How can the value of a

quantity given the rate of
change be predicted?

You have just reviewed translations of English phrases and sentences to mathematical
expressions and equations and vice versa. The next section will enable you to understand
linear functions and their applications, to formulate and solve real-life problems, and to
make a leaflet about electric bill and power consumption to be presented to the different
members of the community.
What to
to Process
Process
What

Your goal in this section is to learn and understand the key concepts of Linear
Function and Its Application.
Linear Function

A linear function is defined by f(x) = mx + b, where m and b are real numbers. Its graph is
a line with slope m and y-intercept b. If m 0, then the degree of the function is 1. If m = 0 and
b 0, then the degree of the function is 0. If m = 0 and b = 0, then the degree of the function
is not defined.
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Is the function f defined by f(x) = 2x + 3 a linear function? If yes, determine the slope m
and the y-intercept b.
Solution:
Yes, the function f defined by f(x) = 2x + 3 is a linear function since the highest exponent
(degree) of x is one and it is written in the form f(x) = mx + b. The slope m is 2 while the
y-intercept b is 3.
Is the function g defined by g(x) = -x a linear function? If yes, determine its slope and
y-intercept.
Solution:
Yes, the function g is a linear function because it has a degree one. Since g(x) = -x
can be written as g(x) = -1x + 0, its slope is -1 and y-intercept is 0.
Is the function h defined by h(x) = x2 + 5x + 4 a linear function?
Solution:
The function h is not a linear function because its degree (the highest exponent of x) is 2.
Exercise 1

Determine whether each is a linear function or not. Check Yes if it is a linear function and
No if it is not. Write the degree of the function. For linear functions, identify the slope m and the
y-intercept b.
Function
1. f(x) = 5x + 1
2. f(x) = -6x 7
3. f(x) = 3x
4. f(x) = -4
5. f(x) = 5x 3
6. f(x) = 2(x 3)
7. f(x) = -(x + 5)
8. f(x) = -4x2
9. f(x) = 10x2 + 7x
10. f(x) = 3x2 5x + 1
Degree
Yes
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No
A linear function can be described using its graph.

Determine the values of the function f if f(x) = 2x 1 at x = -3, 0, and 2. Give their
meanings and ordered pairs.
Solution:
If x = -3, then f(x) = 2x 1 becomes
f(-3) = 2(-3) 1
f(-3) = -6 1
f(-3) = -7, which means the value of f at x = -3 is -7.

Or, if x = -3, then y = -7. This gives the ordered pair (-3, -7). Recall that an ordered pair
can be written (x, y).
If x = 0, then f(x) = 2x 1 becomes

f(0) = 2(0) 1

f(0) = 0 1

f(0) = -1, which means the value of f at x = 0 is -1.

Or, if x = 0, then y = -1. This gives another ordered pair (0, -1).

If x = 2, then f(x) = 2x 1 becomes
f(2) = 2(2) 1
f(2) = 4 1
f(2) = 3, which means the value of f at x = 2 is 3.

Or, if x = 2, then y = 3. This gives the ordered pair (2, 3).

This implies that the graph of the function f will pass through the points (-3, -7), (0, -1), and
(2, 3). Out of the values, we can have the table below:
3
x
f(x)
-3
-7
0
-1
2
3
(2, 3)
2
1

With the use of table of values of x and y, the
function can be graphed as shown at the right.
-4
-3
-2
-1
0
-1
-2
Web Links
-3
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visit this link: http://www.
youtube.com/watch?v=U
gtMbCI4G_I&feature=re
lated
-4
-6
-5
(-3, -7)
174
-7
0
(0, -1)

Note that an ordered pair (x, y) can be written as (x, f(x)) for any function in f(x)
notation.
A ctivity 6 DESCRIBE ME (PART I)!

Description:
Direction:
This activity will enable you to describe a linear function using the set of
ordered pairs and the table by finding the value of the function at x.
Do the given tasks as directed.
A.
Determine the values (a) f(-3), (b) f(1), and (c) f(4) in each of the
following functions.
1.
f(x) = 2x
2.
f(x) = 2x + 1
3.
f(x) = -3x
B.
4.
5.
f(x) = -3x 4
f(x) = 2 3x

Function
The values of
f(-3) f(1) f(4)
Ordered
Pairs
Table
1. f(x) = 2x
x
f(x)
2. f(x) = 2x + 1
x
f(x)
3. f(x) = -3x
x
f(x)
4. f(x) = -3x 4
x
f(x)
5. f(x) = 2 3x
x
f(x)
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C.

Complete the table below. An example is done for you.

Function
The values of...

f(-3) = -6
1. f(x) = 2x
f(1) = 2
f(4) = 8
f(-3) = ___
2. f(x) = 2x + 1 f(1) = ___
f(4) = ___
f(-3) = ___
3. f(x) = -3x
f(1) = ___
f(4) = ___
f(-3) = ___
4. f(x) = -3x 4 f(1) = ___
f(4) = ___
f(-3) = ___
5. f(x) = 2 3x f(1) = ___
f(4) = ___
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Meaning
The value of f(x) at x = -3 is -6.
The value of f(x) at x = 1 is 2.
The value of f(x) at x = 4 is 8.
How did you determine the values of f(-3), f(1), and f(4) of each
function?
2. In each of the functions below, what have you observed about the
values of f(x) as x increases?
a.
f(x) = 2x
b.
f(x) = 2x + 1
c.
f(x) = -3x
d.
f(x) = -3x 4
e.
f(x) = 2 3x
3. Does the value of the function increase as x increases?
4. What affects the change of values of the function?
5. Have you observed a pattern? If yes, state so.
6. How can the value of a quantity given the rate of change be predicted?
1.
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A ctivity 7 DESCRIBE ME (PART II)!

Description:
Directions:
This activity will enable you to describe a linear function using mapping
diagram and graph.
Given the functions below, evaluate the following: f(-2), f(-1), f(0), f(1), and
f(2). Complete the table of values of each function below. Illustrate with a
mapping diagram and draw the graph on a graphing paper.
a.
f(x) = x + 5
x
c.
f(x) = -x + 5
x
f(x)
f(x)
b.
f(x) = 3x d.
f(x) = -3x
x
f(x)
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
x
f(x)
How did you determine the values of f(-2), f(-1), f(0), f(1), and f(2) of
each function?
What type of correspondence are the mapping diagrams? Does each
element in the domain correspond to one and only one element in the
range?
Have you observed any pattern from the domain and range of each
function? Based from the values obtained, is the function increasing
or decreasing?
Which function has an increasing value of y as x increases?
Which function has a decreasing value of y as x increases?
How can you predict the value of a quantity given the rate of change?
A ctivity 8 WHAT ARE THE FIRST DIFFERENCES

ON Y-VALUES?
Description:
Directions:
This activity will enable you to determine whether a function is linear given
the table of values.
Do the task as directed.
A.

Consider the function f defined by f(x) = 3x 1.

1. Find the values of the functions and complete the table below:
x
f(x) or y
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2.
Find the first differences on x-coordinates. Write your answers in

the boxes above the table:
1

x
f(x) or y
3.
Find the first differences on y-coordinates and write your answers

in the boxes below the table:
x
f(x) or y
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
B.
How did you find the values of the function?

What are the first differences on x-coordinates? How did you find
them? Are they equal?
What are the first differences on y-coordinates? How did you find
Is the given function linear? Explain.
How is the slope m of the function related to the first differences on
y-coordinates?
Consider the function g defined by g(x) = 2x + 4.

1. Find the values of the function and complete the following table:
x
g(x) or y
2.

Find the first differences on x-coordinates and write your answers

in the boxes above the table:
g(x) or y
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3.

x
g(x) or y

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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
C.

How is the slope m of the function related to the first differences on
y-coordinates?
Consider the function h defined by h(x) = x2 + 1.
1. Find the values of the function and complete the following table:
x
h(x) or y
2.
-1
Find the first differences on x-coordinates and write your answers

in the boxes above the table:

x
h(x) or y
3.
-2
-2
-1

x
h(x) or y
-2
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-1
1.
2.
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3.
4.
5.


What have you realized? State your realization by completing the
statement below.
The function is linear if first differences on x-coordinates are _______
and the first differences on y-coordinates are _______. However, the
function is not linear if the first differences on x-coordinates are equal
and the first differences on y-coordinates are ___________.
Exercise 2

Determine whether the function below is linear given the table.
1. x

f(x) or y
-2
1
-1
2
0
3
1
4
2
5
x
f(x) or y
-2
-1
-1
2
0
5
1
8
2
11
2. x

f(x) or y
-2
-3
-1
-1
0
1
1
3
x
2 7.
5
f(x) or y
5
-1
4
2
3
5
2
8
1
11
3. x

f(x) or y
-2
5
-1
2
0
-1
1
-4
2 8.
-7
x
-5 -4
f(x) or y 15 11
-3
7
-2
3
-1
-1
4. x

f(x) or y
1
4
2
1
3
0
4
1
5
4
x
f(x) or y
0
1
1
4
2
9
5.
-2
4
0
-2
2
-4
4
-2
x
6 10.
-4 -2
4
f(x) or y -21 -11
y
1
4
3 4
14 19
x
f(x) or y
6.
9.
-2
1
-1
0
(2, 3)
2
1
Domain and Range of a Linear Function

Again, consider the function f defined by
f(x) = 2x 1. Study the graph carefully. What
have you noticed about the arrow heads of the
graph? What can you say about it?
-4
-3
-2
-1
0
-1
-2
-3
-4
-5
-6
(-3, -7)
180
-7
0
(0, -1)
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
What do the arrow heads indicate?

Does the graph extend to the left and right without bound?
What is its domain?
Does the graph extend upward and downward without bound?
What is its range?
What is the domain of the linear function? Justify your answer.
What is the range of the linear function? Justify your answer.

If function f is defined by f(x) = mx + b, where m 0, then the domain of the function Df
is and the range of the function Rf is . In symbols,
Df = {x|x }, read as: the domain of the function f is the set of all x such that x
is an element of the set of real numbers, and
Rf = {y|y }, read as: the range of the function f is the set of all y such that y is
an element of the set of real numbers.
Exercise 3

Complete the following table.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Function
f(x) = 2x
f(x) = 4x + 1
f(x) = -7x 4
f(x) = 8x 5
f(x) = x 9
Domain
Range
Linear Equations

Aside from the sets of ordered pairs and the graph, a linear function f defined by
f(x) = mx + b can also be represented by its equation.
Question:

Does the equation 3x + 2y = 6 describe a linear function? If yes, determine the slope and
the y-intercept.
Solution:

The equation 3x + 2y = 6 can be solved for y:

3x + 2y = 6

3x + 2y + (-3x) = 6 + (-3x)
Given
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2y = -3x + 6

Simplification
1
1

(2y) = (-3x + 6)

Multiplication Property of Equality

2
2
3
y = - x + 3 Simplification
2

3
3

The function f(x) = - x + 3 or y = - x + 3 can be expressed in the form 3x + 2y = 6 with
2
2
3
slope m = - while the y-intercept b = 3.
2

A linear equation is an equation in two variables which can be written in two forms:

Standard Form: Ax + By = C, where A, B, and C, A and B not both 0;
and
Slope-Intercept Form: y = mx + b, where m is the slope and b is the y-intercept,
m and b.

How do we rewrite the equation 3x 5y = 10 in the form y = mx + b? Determine its slope
and y-intercept.
Solution:
3x 5y = 10 Given
3x 5y + (-3x) = 10 + (-3x)
-5y = -3x + 10

Simplification
1
1

- (-5y) = - (-3x + 10)

5
5
3

y = x 2

Simplification
5
3

The slope is and the y-intercept is -2.
5

How do we rewrite the equation y =
1
x + 3 in the form Ax + By = C?
2
Solution:
1
x + 3 Given
2
1

2(y) = 2( x + 3)

2
2y = x + 6

Simplification
2y + (-x) = x + 6 + (-x)
-x + 2y = 6

Simplification

(-1)(-x + 2y) = (-1)(6)

x 2y = -6

Simplification

y=
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Exercise 4

Rewrite the following equations in the form Ax + By = C.
1.
y = -x + 4
2.
y = -2x + 6
3.
y = 5x + 7
4.
y = 3x 8
5.
y=
1
x
2
1
x+3
2
2
7. y = x 3
3
1
8. y = 2x +
4
5
3
9. y = x +
2
2
5
3
10. y = x +
4
8
6.
y=
Exercise 5

Rewrite the following equations in the form y = mx + b and identify the values of m and b.
1. 2x + y = 9
2.
x + 2y = 4
3. 3x y = 2
4. 5x + 2y = 7
5. -3x + 3y 1 = 0
6.
5x 7y = 2
1
y=4
2
2
1
8.
x y=1
3
3
5
2
9.
x+ y5=0
2
3
2
1
3
10. x y =
3
5
5
7. 3x +
Slope of a Line

Shown at the right is the picture of Mount Mayon. It is one of the fascinating volcanoes in
the Philippines because of its almost symmetrical conical shape. The approximate steepness
of the volcano is labelled by the line.

The slope of the line can be used to describe how steep Mount
Mayon is.

A line can be described by its steepness or slope. The slope m of a
line can be computed by finding the quotient of the rise and the run. That
is,
slope
rise
y
m =
run
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com/2011/05/mayon-volcano-albayphilippines.html
R

The rise refers to the vertical change or change in y-coordinate
change in
y-coordinate
P
while the run is the horizontal change or change in x-coordinate.
Q
That is,
change in x-coordinate
x
change in y-coordinate 0
rise
vertical change
m=
=
=
change in x-coordinate
run
horizontal change
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How do you solve the change in y-coordinate? What about the change in x-coordinate?
Suppose two points A and B have coordinates (1, 1) and (2, 3), respectively.
How is rise = 2 arrived at? Explain.

How is run = 1 arrived at? Explain.
What is the slope? How did you find the slope?
How did you find the change in y-coordinate?
How did you find the change in x-coordinate?
What have you realized?
Express your realization by completing the box below:
y
B
3
2
rise = 2
A
1
-2
-1
run = 1
-1
-2
If P1(x1, y1) and P2(x2, y2), where x1 x2, then the

slope m of the line can be computed by the formula:
m = --------------
The slope m of the line passing through two points P1(x1, y1) and P2(x2, y2) is given by
m=
y2 y1
y y2
or m = 1
, where x1 x2.
x2 x1
x1 x2
Exercise 6

Find the slope of each line below.
y
y
1. 2. 3.
(0, 3)
-2
-1
0
-1
-2
(0, 3)
-1
(2, 1)
-2
0
-1
-2
(-2, -4)
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3
2
1
-2
-1
0
-1
-2
(1, 1)
(2, 1)
4. 5.
y
y
4
-1
(4, 0)
0
x
-2
-1
-2
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-3
-4
-1
-1
(0, -2)
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(2, 2)
1
-2
(2, 4)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
How did you find the slope of the line?

What is the trend of the graph? Is it increasing? Or decreasing?
What is the slope of each increasing graph? What are the signs of the
slopes?
What is the slope of the decreasing graph? What is the sign of the
slope?
Do the graphs represent linear functions? Why or why not?
What is the slope of the horizontal line? How about the vertical line?
Note that:
A basic property of a line, other than vertical line, is that its slope is constant.
The slope of the horizontal line is zero while that of the vertical line is undefined. A
vertical line does not represent a linear function.
The value of the slope m tells the trend of the graph.

If m is positive, then the graph is increasing from left to right.

If m is negative, then the graph is decreasing from left to right.

If m is zero, then the graph is a horizontal line.

If m is undefined, then the graph is a vertical line.
y
y
y
y
m>0
m<0
m=0
m undefined
Challenge Questions
1.
Determine the value of a that will make the slope of the line through the two given points
equal to the given value of m.
1

a. (4, -3) and (2, a); m =
4

b. (a + 3, 5) and (1, a 2); m = 4
2. If A, B, and C and the line is described by Ax + By = C, find its slope.
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y

Consider the graph of the function f defined
f(x) = 2x + 1 at the right.
5
3
Question to Ponder:
1.
2.
(2, 5)
4
2
What is the slope of the line using any of the

formulae?
Compare the slope you have computed to
the numerical coefficient of x in the given
function
-3
-2
-1
1
0
(0, 1)
0
-1
-2
-3
-4
The slope of the function f defined by f(x) = mx + b is the value of m.
Exercise 7

Determine the slope of each line, if any. Identify which of the lines is vertical or horizontal.
1. f(x) = 2x 5
2x y = 5
6.
2. f(x) = -3x + 7
7. 7x 3y 10 = 0
3. f(x) = x + 6
8.
1
1
x+ y8=0
2
4
1
x 8

9. x = 8
4
2
1
5. f(x) = x 10.
2y + 1 = 0
3
2
4. f(x) =
A ctivity 9
STEEP UP!
Description:
Directions:
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This activity will enable you to use the concept of slope in real life. This can
be done by groups of 5 members.
Find any inclined object or location that you could see in your school and
then determine its steepness.
1.
2.
How did you find the steepness of the inclined object?

Have you encountered any difficulty in determining the steepness of
the object? Explain your answer.
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Graphs of Linear Equations

You have learned earlier that a linear function can be described by its equation, either
in the form y = mx + b or Ax + By = C. A linear equation can also be described by its graph.
Graphing linear equations can be done using any of the four methods:

1. Using two points
2. Using x- and y-intercepts

3. Using the slope and the y-intercept

4. Using the slope and a point
Using Two Points

One method of graphing a linear equation is using two points. In Geometry, you learned
that two points determine a line. Since the graph of the linear equation is a line, thus two
y
points are enough to draw a graph of a linear equation.
5

Graph the function y = 2x + 1.

4
2
You may assign any two values for x, say 0 and 1.

By substitution,
y = 2x + 1
y = 2(0) + 1
y = 0 + 1
y = 1
(1, 3)
3
1
-3
y = 2x + 1
y = 2(1) + 1
y=2+1
y=3
-2
-1
(0, 1)
0
-1
-2
-3
-4
If x = 0, then y = 1. Furthermore, if x = 1, then y = 3. So, the ordered pairs are (0, 1) and
(1, 3). This means that the line passes through these points.
After finding the ordered pairs of the two points, plot and connect them. Your output is
the graph of the linear equation.
Exercise 8

Graph each linear equation that passes through the given pair of points.
5
1 1
) and ( , - )
3
2 3
1.
(1, 2) and (3, 4)
3.
(-2,
2.
(5, 6) and (0, 11)
4.
1 1
3 1
(- , - ) and ( , )
3 5
2 2
Using x-Intercept and y-Intercept

Secondly, the linear equation can be graphed by using the x-intercept a and the
y-intercept b. The x- and y-intercepts of the line could represent two points, which are (a, 0)
and (0, b). Thus, the intercepts are enough to graph the linear equation.
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To graph the equation y = 2x + 1 using this method, you need to solve for the x-intercept
by letting y = 0 and the y-intercept by letting x = 0.
y
Letting y = 0, the equation y = 2x + 1 becomes
5

0 = 2x + 1
Substitution
4
-2x = 1
1
3

x = -
y-intercept
2
2
Letting x = 0, y = 2x + 1 becomes

y = 2(0) + 1
Substitution

y = 0 + 1
Simplification

y = 1

Simplification
-3
-2
-1
0
-1
x-intercept
-2
-3
1
while the y-intercept b is 1.
2
Now, plot the x- and y-intercepts, then connect them.
The x-intercept a is
1 1
-1
-4
Web Links
Click these links for further

The x-intercept is the abscissa of the coordinates of the point in
which the graph intersects the x-axis. However, the y-intercept is the
ordinate of the coordinates of the point in which the graph intersects the
y-axis.
references:
watch?v=mvsUD3tDnHk
&feature=related.
watch?v=mxBoni8N70Y
Exercise 9

Graph each linear equation whose x-intercept a and y-intercept b are given below.
1.
a = 2 and b = 1
3.
2.
a = 4 and b = -1
4.
a = -2 and b = -7
1
a = and b = -2
2
Using Slope and y-Intercept
y
5

The third method is by using the slope and the
y-intercept. This can be done by identifying the slope
and the y-intercept of the linear equation.

In the same equation y = 2x + 1, the slope m is 2
and y-intercept b is 1. Plot first the y-intercept, then use the

2
slope to find the other point. Note that 2 means , which
1
means rise = 2 and run = 1. Using the y-intercept as the
starting point, we move 2 units upward since rise = 2, and
1 unit to the right since run = 1.
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4 run = 1
3
y-intercept
-3
-2
(1, 3)
rise = 2
-1
1
0
-1
-2
-3
-4
Web Links
Click these links for more

examples:
watch?v=QIp3zMTTACE
watch?v=jd-ZRCsYaec
3. http://www.youtube.com/wa
tch?v=EbuRufY41pc&featur
e=related
Note that if the rise is less than zero (or negative), we move
downward from the first point to look for the second point. Similarly,
if the run is less than zero (or negative), we move to the left from
the first point to look for the second point. Moreover, a negative
1
-1
1
-1
rational number - can be written as either
or
but not .
2
2
-2
-2
Exercise 10

Graph each linear equation given slope m and y-intercept b.
1.
m = 2 and b = 3
3.
2.
m = 1 and b = 5
4.
1
and b = 3
2
3
m = -3 and b = 2
m=
Using Slope and One Point

4

The fourth method in graphing linear equation is by using
the slope and one point. This can be done by plotting first the
given point, then finding the other point using the slope.

The linear equation y = 2x + 1 has a slope of 2 and a point
(-1, -1). To find a point from this equation, we may assign any
value for x in the given equation. Lets say, x = -1. The value of y
could be computed in the following manner:
y = 2x + 1
y = 2(-1) + 1
y = -2 + 1
y = -1

3
2
B (0, 1) 1
0
-3
-2
A (-1, -1)
-1
-1
1-2
-3
-4
Given
Substitution
Simplification
Simplification
Complete the statement below:

The line passes through the point _____.
The point found above is named A whose coordinates are (-1, -1). Since the slope of the
2
line is 2 which is equal to , use the rise of 2 and the run of 1 to determine the coordinates of
1
B (refer to the graph). This can also be done this way.
B = (-1 + 1, -1 + 2) = (0, 1)
Web Links
Use this link http://

w w w. y o u t u b e . c o m /
watch?v=f58Jkjypr_I
which is a video lesson
for another example.

Note that 2 (the rise) must be added to the y-coordinate while 1
(the run) must be added to the x-coordinate.
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Exercise 11

Graph the following equations given slope m and a point.
1.
m = 3 and (0, -6)
m=
1
and (0, 4)
2
2.
m = -2 and (2, 4)
4.
m=
3
and (2, -3)
2
A ctivity 10
Description:
Directions:
WRITE THE STEPS

This activity will enable you to summarize the methods of graphing a linear
equation.
Fill in the diagram below by writing the steps in graphing a linear equation
using 4 different methods.
Using
Two
Points
Using x- and
y-Intercepts
Using Slope
and y-Intercept
Using Slope
and One
Point
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1.
2.
Among the four methods of graphing a linear equation, which one is

easiest for you? Justify your answer.
Have you encountered any difficulty in doing any of the four methods?
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A ctivity 11
MY STORY
50
40
Description:
Directions:
This activity will enable you to analyze

the graph and connect this to real life.
Create a story out of the graph of the
linear equation at the right. Share this
to your classmate.
(4, 40)
30
(3, 30)
20
(2, 20)
10
(1, 10)
(0, 0)
0
0
-1
-10
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A ctivity 12
Description:
Directions:
1.
2.
Do you have the same story with your classmates?

Is your story realistic? Why?
DESCRIBE ME (PART III)!
This activity will enable you to describe the

graph of a linear equation in terms of its
intercepts, slope, and points.
Given the graph at the right, find the following:
1. x-intercept
4. run
2. y-intercept
5. slope
3.
rise
6.
trend
2
1
-2
-1
-1
-2
-3
-1
-2
-3
Complete the table below:
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QU
x
y
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
How did you identify the x-intercept and the y-intercept?

In your own words, define x-intercept and y-intercept.
How did you find the rise and the run?
How did you find the slope?
Is the graph increasing or decreasing from left to right? Justify your
answer.
Have you observed a pattern?
What happens to the value of y as the value of x increases?
How can the value of a quantity given the rate of change be predicted?
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Finding the Equation of the Line

The equation of a line can be determined using the following formulae:

a. slope-intercept form: y = mx + b;
b. point-slope form:
y y1 = m(x x1); and
y y1
c.
two-point form:
y y1 = 2
(x x1).
x2 x1
A ctivity 13
SLOPE AND Y-INTERCEPT
Description:
This activity will enable you to find the equation of a line using slope-intercept
form.
Materials:
graphing paper

pencil or ballpen
Direction:
Graph these equations in one Cartesian plane.
a.
y = 2x c.
y = 2x 5
e. y = -2x + 4
b.
y = 2x + 4
d. y = x + 5
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1.
2.
3.
rise
What is the slope of each line? Use the formula m =
to answer
run
this question.
What is the y-intercept of each line?
Complete the table below using your answers in 1 and 2.
Equation of the Line
a. y = 2x
b. y = 2x + 4
c. y = 2x 5
d. y = x + 5
e. y = -2x + 4
4.

5.
Slope
y-Intercept
What can you say about the values of m and b in the equation y = mx + b
and the slope and the y-intercept of each line? Write a short description
below.
____________________________________________________
Consider the equation y = 7x + 1. Without plotting points and
computing for m, what would you expect the slope to be? How
about the y-intercept? Check your answer by graphing. Are your
expectations about the slope and the y-intercept of the line correct?
Example:
Find the equation of the line whose slope is 3 and y-intercept is -5.
Solution:

The equation of the line is y = 3x 5.
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Slope-Intercept Form of the Equation of a Line

The linear equation y = mx + b is in slope-intercept form. The slope of the line is m and
the y-intercept is b.
A ctivity 14
Description:
Directions:
FILL IN THE BOX

This activity will assess what you have learned in identifying the slope and
y-intercept of the line whose equation is in the form Ax + By = C.
Complete the boxes below in such a way that m and b are slope and y-intercept
of the equation, respectively. You are allowed to write the numbers 1 to 10
once only.
y=

1. 2x +
m =

2.
x+
=
b = m
2
y=1
b=2
x 6y = 7
m =
A ctivity 15
3. 3
b=
THINK-PAIR-SHARE
y
Description:
Directions:
This activity will enable you to generate

point-slope form of the equation of a
line. Shown at the right is a line that
contains the points (x1, y1) and (x, y).
Note that the (x1, y1) is a fixed point
on the line while (x, y) is any point
contained on the line.
Give what are asked.
(x, y)
4
3
2
(x1, y1)
-3
-2
-1
1
0
-1
-2
Recall the formula for slope
-3
given two points.
-4
2. How do you compute the slope
of this line?
3. What formula did you use?
4. Solve for the point-slope form of a line by completing the following:
y

m=
x

y
= m(x
)

Why?
1.
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Point-Slope Form of the Equation of a Line

The linear equation y y1 = m(x x1) is the point-slope form. The value of m is the slope
of the line which contains a fixed point P1(x1, y1).
Exercise 12

Find the equation of the line of the form y = mx + b given the slope and a point.
1.
m = 2; (0, 4)
2.
m = 1; (5, -2)
3.
m = -5; (-3, 9)
4.
m = -7; (4, -1)
5.
m = -1; (7, 2)
A ctivity 16
Description:
Direction:
1
; (-6, 0)
2
2
7. m = ; (0, 8)
3
7
8. m = - ;(-4, 3)
2
7
9. m = - ;(-2, 8)
4
1
1 8
10. m = , (- , )
2
2 3
6. m =
THINK-PAIR-SHARE
This activity will enable you to derive the two-point form of the equation of
the line. Again, recall the formula for the slope and the point-slope form of
the equation of the line.
Answer the following guide questions:
1.
Write in the box the formula of slope m of the line given two points.
2.
Write in the box the point-slope form of the equation of the line in the
box.
3.
State the justification in the second statement below.

y y1 = m(x x1) point-slope form
y2 y1
y y1 = x x (x x1) Why?
2
1
Two-Point Form of the Equation of a Line

y2 y1

The linear equation y y1 = x x (x x1) is the two-point form, where (x1, y1) and (x2, y2)
2
1
are the coordinates of P1 and P2, respectively.
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Exercise 13

Find the equation of the line of the form y = mx + b that passes through the following
pairs of points.
1.
(3, 4) and (4, 7)
2.
(8, 4) and (6, 10)
3.
(3, -1) and (7, -5)
4.
(-8, 5) and (-9, 11)
5.
(-1, 10) and (0, 15)
1
1
) and (1, - )
2
2
7
1
7. ( , 1) and (- , 2)
2
2
1 5
3 3
8. (- , - ) and (- , )
2 2
2 2
15 1
1 1
9. (- , ) and (- , )
2 3
2 3
5 3
1 1
10. (- , ) and ( , - )
2 2
2 4
6. (0,

To enrich your skills in finding the equation of the line, which is horizontal, vertical, or slanting, go
to this link http://www.mathplayground.com/SaveTheZogs/SaveTheZogs_IWB.html. You can also visit
the link in finding the equation of the line, where two points can be moved from one place to another.

http://www.mathwarehouse.com/algebra/linear_equation/linear-equation-interactive-activity.php
A ctivity 17
Description:
Directions:

about the concept.
Give your revised answers of the questions provided in the first column and
write them in the third column. Compare your revised answers with your
initial answers.
Questions
Initial Answer
Revised
Answer
Final
Answer

linear function?
function?
4. How do you find
equation of a line?
the


In this section, the discussions are about linear functions. Go back to the previous
section and compare your initial ideas with the discussions. How much of your initial ideas
are found in the discussions? Which ideas are different and need revision?

Deepen your understanding of the ideas learned by moving on to the next section.
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What to
to Understand
Understand
What

Your goal in this section is to take a closer look at the real-life problems involving
linear equations and relations.
A ctivity 18
Description:
Directions:
RIDING A TAXI
This activity will enable you to solve real-life problems involving linear
functions.
Consider the situation below and answer the questions that follow.

Emman often rides a taxi from one
place to another. The standard fare in
riding a taxi is Php 40 as a flag-down rate
plus Php 3.50 for every 200 meters or a
fraction of it.
Complete the table below:

Distance
(in meters)
x
Amount
(in Php)
y
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
200
400
600
800
1000
What is the dependent variable? Explain your answer.

What is the independent variable? Explain your answer.
Based on the completed table, would the relation represent a line?
What is the y-intercept? Explain your answer.
What is the slope? Explain your answer.
Write the linear function and answer the following questions.
(a) If Emman rides a taxi from his workplace to the post office with
an approximate distance of 600 meters, how much will he pay?
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(b)
7.
8.
A ctivity 19
Description:
Direction:
If he rides a taxi from his residence to an airport with an

approximate distance of 6 kilometers, how much will he pay?
(c) If Emman pays Php 68, how many kilometers did he travel?
How about Php 75? Php 89? Php 92.50?
Write the equation of the line in the form Ax + By = C using your
answer in number 6.
Draw the graph of the equation you have formulated in item 7.
GERMAN SHEPHERD
This activity will enable you to solve problems involving linear functions by
following the steps provided.
Do the activity as directed.

You own a newly-born German shepherd. Suppose the
dog weighs 1 kg at birth. Youve known from your friend that
the monthly average weight gained by the dog is 5 kg. If the
rate of increase of the dogs weight every month is constant,
determine the equation that will describe the dogs weight.
Predict the dogs weight after five months using mathematical
equation and graphical representation.
Complete the flow chart below then use it to answer the questions that follow.
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1.
2.
3.
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A ctivity 20
Description:
Directions:
A ctivity 21
Description:
Directions:
What equation describes the dogs weight?

What method did you use in graphing the linear equation?
How will you predict the dogs weight given the rate of change
in his weight?
WORD PROBLEMS
This activity will enable you to solve more word problems involving linear
functions. In this activity, you are allowed to use the flow chart given in
Activity 19.
Solve the following. Show your solutions and graphs.
1.
A pay phone service charges Php 5 for the first three minutes and Php 1
for every minute additional or a fraction thereof. How much will a caller
have to pay if his call lasts for 8 minutes? Write a rule that best describes
the problem and draw its graph using any method.
2.
A motorist drives at a constant rate of 60 kph. If his destination is

240 kilometers away from his starting point, how many hours will it
take him to reach the destination? Write a rule that best describes the
problem and draw its graph using any method.
3.
Jolli Donuts charges Php 18 each for a special doughnut plus a fixed
charge of Php 5 for the box which can hold as many as 24 doughnuts.
How many doughnuts would be in a box priced at Php 221? Write a
rule that best describes the problem and draw its graph. In your graph,
assume that only 1 to 24 doughnuts are sold.
FORMULATE YOUR OWN WORD PROBLEM!

This activity will enable you to formulate your own word problem involving
linear functions and to answer it with or without using the 5-step procedure.
Formulate a word problem involving linear functions then solve. You may
or may not use the flow chart to solve the problem. Be guided by the given
rubric found on the next page.
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1. What equation describes the dogs weight?

Did you
2. encounter
What method
any difficulty
did youinuse
formulating
in graphing
real-life
the linear
problems
equation?
involving
3. How will
linear
you
functions?
predict Explain
the dogs
yourweight
answer.given the rate of
change in his weight?
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RUBRIC: PROBLEMS FORMULATED AND SOLVED

Score
6
3
2
1
Descriptors
Poses a more complex problem with 2 or more correct possible solutions and
communicates ideas clearly; shows in-depth comprehension of the pertinent
concepts and/or processes and provides explanations wherever appropriate.
Poses a more complex problem and finishes all significant parts of the solution
and communicates ideas clearly; shows in-depth comprehension of the pertinent
concepts and/or processes.
Poses a complex problem and finishes all significant parts of the solution and
communicates ideas clearly; shows in-depth comprehension of the pertinent
concepts and/or processes.
Poses a complex problem and finishes most significant parts of the solution and
communicates ideas unmistakably, shows comprehension of major concepts
although neglects or misinterprets less significant ideas or details.
Poses a problem and finishes some significant parts of the solution and communicates
ideas unmistakably but shows gaps on theoretical comprehension.
Poses a problem but demonstrates minor comprehension, not being able to develop
an approach.
A ctivity 22
YOU ARE THE SCHOOL PRINCIPAL

This is a preparatory activity which will lead you to perform well the transfer
task in the next activity. This can be a group work.
Situation:

You are the school principal of a certain school. Every week you conduct
an information drive on the different issues or concerns in your school through
announcements during flag ceremony or flag retreat or during meetings with the
department heads and teachers. For this week, you noticed that water consumption is
high. You will make and present an informative leaflet with design to the members of the
academic community. In your leaflet design, you must clearly show water bill and water
consumption and how these two quantities are related each other. The leaflet must
also reflect data on the amount of water bill for the previous five months, and a detailed
mathematical computation and a graphical presentation that will aid in predicting the
amount of water bill that the school will pay.
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A ctivity 23
Description:
Direction:

about the concept.
Complete the IRF sheet below.
Initial
Answer
Questions
Revised
Answer
Final
Answer

linear function?
function?
4. How do you find
equation of a line?
the


you made for yourself? Now that you have a deeper understanding of the topic, you are
ready to do the tasks in the next section.
What to
to Transfer
Transfer
What

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A ctivity 24
YOU ARE A BARANGAY COUNCILOR

This activity is the transfer task. You have to perform this in your own community.
Situation:

Suppose you are a barangay councilor. Every month, you conduct information
drive on the different issues that concern every member in the community. For the next
month, your focus is on electric consumption of every household. You are tasked to
prepare a leaflet design which will clearly explain about electric bill and consumption. You
are to include recommendations to save water. You are expected to orally present your
design to the other officials in your barangay. Your output will be assessed according to
the rubric below.
RUBRIC: LEAFLET DESIGN
CRITERIA
Exemplary
4
Satisfactory
3
Developing
2
Beginning
1
Use of
mathematical
concepts and
accuracy
The mathematical
concepts used
are correct and
the computations
are accurate.
Brief explanation
is provided.
The mathematical
concepts used
are correct and
the computations
are accurate.
The mathematical
concepts used
are correct but
the computations
are inaccurate.
The mathematical
concepts used
are wrong and the
computations are
inaccurate.
Organization
The ideas
and facts are
complete, orderly
presented, and
well prepared.
The ideas
and facts are
completely
and orderly
presented.
The ideas
and facts are
mostly orderly
presented.
The ideas and

facts are not well
presented.
Quality of
presentation
The presentation
uses appropriate
and creative
visual designs.
The presentation
uses appropriate
visual designs.
The presentation
uses some visual
designs which are
inappropriate.
The presentation
does not include
any visual
design/s.
The recommendations are

Practicality of
sensible, doable,
recommendations and new to the
community.
The recommenSome recomdations are sensi- mendations are

ble and doable.
sensible and
doable.
The recommendations are insensible and undoable.

You have just completed this lesson. Before you go to the next lesson, you have to
answer the post-assessment.
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SUMMARY/SYNTHESIS/GENERALIZATION

Lets summarize. You have learned that:

1.
The Cartesian plane is composed of two perpendicular number lines that meet at
the point of origin (0, 0) and divide the plane into four regions called quadrants.
2. Let be the set of real numbers. The notation 2 is the set of ordered pairs (x, y),
where x and y. In symbols, 2 = = {(x, y)|x, y.}.
3.

The signs of the first and second coordinates of a point vary in the four quadrants
as indicated below.
Quadrant I
x > 0, or x is positive y > 0, or y is positive or (+, +);
Quadrant II
x < 0, or x is negative y > 0, or y is positive or (, +);
Quadrant III
x < 0, or x is negative y < 0, or y is negative or (, );
Quadrant IV
x > 0, or x is positive y < 0, or y is negative or (+, ).
4.
The points which lie in the x-axis have coordinates (x, 0) and the points which lie
in the y-axis have coordinates (0, y), where x and y
5.
A relation is any set of ordered pairs.
6.
The set of all first coordinates is called the domain of the relation while the set of
all second coordinates is called the range.
7.
A function is a special type of relation. It is a relation in which every element in the

domain is mapped to exactly one element in the range.
8.
A correspondence may be classified as one-to-one, many-to-one, or one-to-many.

It is one-to-one if every element in the domain is mapped to a unique element in
the range, many-to-one if any two or more elements of the domain are mapped to
the same element in the range, and one-to-many if each element in the domain is
mapped to any two or more elements in the range.
9.
A set of ordered pairs is a function if no two ordered pairs in the set have equal
abscissas.
10.
If every vertical line intersects the graph no more than once, the graph represents
a function by the Vertical Line Test.
11.
The function described by a horizontal line drawn on a Cartesian plane is a

Constant function.
12.
A vertical line does not represent a function.
13.
The dependent variable depends on the value of independent variable. One is

free to assign values to the independent variable, which controls the value of the
dependent variable.
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14.
f(x), read as f of x, is used to denote the value of the function f at the given value
of x.
15.
The domain of the function f is the set of all permissible values of x that will make
the values of f real numbers.
16.
A Linear Function is defined by f(x) = mx + b, where m and b are real numbers. Its
graph is a line, m is the slope and b is the y-intercept.
17.
The domain of the linear function f is the set of all real numbers. If m 0, then its
range is the set of real numbers. In symbols, Df = {x|x} and Rf = {y|y}.
18.
A linear function may be described using its points, equation, and graph.
19.
A linear equation is an equation in two variables which can be written in two forms:
a. Standard form: Ax + By = C, where A, B, and C, A 0 and B 0; and
b.
Slope-intercept form: y = mx + b, where m is the slope and b is the y-intercept,
where m and b are real numbers.
20.
The slope of a line refers to its steepness. It can be solved by using:

rise
a. m =
if the graph is given.
run
b.
m=
y2 y1
if two points are given.
x2 x1
21.
The slope of a non-vertical line is constant.
22.
The slope of the horizontal line is zero while that of the vertical line is not defined.
23.
The sign of the slope tells the trend of the graph.

a. If the slope m is positive, then the line rises to the right.
b. If the slope m is negative, then the line falls to the right.
c. If m is zero, then the graph is a horizontal line.
d. If m is undefined, then the graph is a vertical line.
24.
Linear equations can be graphed in four ways:

a. using two points
b. using x- and y-intercepts
c.
using the slope and the y-intercept
d. using the slope and a point
25.
Linear functions can be solved in three ways:

a. using slope-intercept form
b. using point-slope form
c.
using two-point form
25.
Problems involving constant rate of change can be solved using linear functions.
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GLOSSARY OF TERMS
Cartesian plane Also known as the Rectangular Coordinate System which is composed of
two perpendicular number lines (vertical and horizontal) that meet at the point of origin (0, 0).
degree of a function f The highest exponent of x that occurs in the function f.
dependent variable The variable (usually) y that depends on the value of the independent
variable (usually) x.
domain of the relation The set of first coordinates of the ordered pairs.
function A relation in which each element in the domain is mapped to exactly one element in
the range.
function notation A notation in which a function is written in the form f(x) in terms of x.
horizontal line A line parallel to the x-axis.
independent variable The variable (usually) x that controls the value of the dependent
variable (usually) y.
line A straight line in Euclidean Geometry.
linear function A function of first degree in the form f(x) = mx + b, where m and b are real
numbers.
mapping diagram A representation of a relation in which every element in the domain
corresponds to one or more elements in the range.
mathematical phrase An algebraic expression that combines numbers and/or variables
using mathematical operators.
ordered pair A representation of a point in the form (x, y).
point-slope form The linear equation y y1 = m(x x1) is the point-slope form, where m is the
slope and x1 and y1 are coordinates of the fixed point.
quadrants The four regions of the xy-plane separated by the x- and y-axes.
range of the relation The set of second coordinates of the ordered pairs.
rate of change The slope m of the line and is the quotient of change in y-coordinate and the
change in x-coordinate.
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Rectangular Coordinate System Also known as Cartesian plane or xy-plane

relation Any set of ordered pairs.
slope of a line Refers to the steepness of a line which can be solved using the formulae:
rise
y y1
m=
or m = 2
.
x2 x1
run
slope-intercept form The linear equation y = mx + b is in slope-intercept form, where m is the
slope and b is the y-intercept.
standard form The linear equation in the form Ax + By = C, where A, B and C are real
numbers, and A and B not both zero
trend Tells whether the line is increasing or decreasing and can be determined using the
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y y1
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x2 x1
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vertical line A line parallel to the y-axis.
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represents a function.
x-axis The horizontal axis of the Cartesian plane.
x-intercept The x-coordinate of the point at which the graph intersects the x-axis.
y-axis The vertical axis of the Cartesian plane.
y-intercept The y-coordinate of the point at which the graph intersects the y-axis.

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LINEAR INEQUALITIES
IN TWO VARIABLES
I.

Have you asked yourself how your parents budget their income for your familys
needs? How engineers determine the needed materials in the construction of new
houses, bridges, and other structures? How students like you spend their time studying,
accomplishing school requirements, surfing the internet, or doing household chores?

These are some of the questions which you can answer once you understand the
key concepts of Linear Inequalities in Two Variables. Moreover, youll find out how these
mathematics concepts are used in solving real-life problems.

In this module, you will examine the above questions when you take the following lessons:
Mathematical Expressions and Equations in Two Variables

Equations and Inequalities in Two Variables
Graphs of Linear Inequalities in Two Variables
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differentiate between mathematical expressions and mathematical equations;

differentiate between mathematical equations and inequalities;
illustrate linear inequalities in two variables;
graph linear inequalities in two variables on the coordinate plane; and
solve real-life problems involving linear inequalities in two variables.
Module Map
Map
Module

This chart shows the lessons that will be covered in this module.
Mathematical Expressions and

Equations in Two Variables
Equations and Inequalities in Two

Variables
Linear Inequalities in Two Variables
Graphs of Linear Inequalities in Two

Variables
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III. PRE-ASSESSMENT

Find out how much you already know about this module. Choose the letter that
corresponds to your answer. Take note of the items that you were not able to answer
correctly. Find the right answer as you go through this module.
1.
Janel bought three apples and two oranges. The total amount she paid was at
most Php 123. If x represents the cost of each apple and y the cost of each orange,
which of the following mathematical statements represents the given situation?
2.
a. 3x + 2y 123 c.
3x + 2y > 123
b. 3x + 2y 123 d.
3x + 2y < 123
a.
3.
Adeth has some Php 10 and Php 5 coins. The total amount of these coins is at
most Php 750. Suppose there are 50 Php 5-coins. Which of the following is true
about the number of Php 10-coins?
How many solutions does a linear inequality in two variables have?

0
b. 1
c. 2
d. Infinite
I.
II.
III.
The number of Php 10-coins is less than the number of Php 5-coins.
The number of Php 10-coins is more than the number of Php 5-coins.
The number of Php 10-coins is equal to the number of Php 5-coins.
a.
I and II
4.

Which of the following ordered pairs is a solution of the inequality 2x + 6y 10?
5.
What is the graph of linear inequalities in two variables?
a.
b.
6.
The difference between the scores of Connie and Minnie in the test is not more
than 6 points. Suppose Connies score is 32 points, what could possibly be the
score of Minnie?
a. 20
b. 30
c. 40
d. 50
a.
(3, 1)
b. I and III
b. (2, 2)
c. II and III
c. (1, 2)
Straight line
Parabola
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d. I, II, and III
d. (1, 0)
c. Half-plane
d. Half of a parabola
7.
What linear inequality is represented by the

graph at the right?
a.
xy>1
b.
xy<1
c. -x + y > 1
d. -x + y < 1
In the inequality c 4d 10, what could be the values of d if c = 8?

1
1
1
1
a.
d - b. d -
c. d
d. d
2
2
2
2
8.
9.
Mary and Rose ought to buy some chocolates and candies. Mary paid Php 198
for 6 bars of chocolates and 12 pieces of candies. Rose bought the same kinds
of chocolates and candies but only paid less than Php 100. Suppose each piece
of candy costs Php 4, how many bars of chocolates and pieces of candies could
Rose have bought?
a.
b.
c.
d.
4 bars of chocolates and 2 pieces of candies

10. Which of the following is a linear inequality in two variables?

a. 4a 3b = 5 c.
3x 16
b. 7c + 4 < 12
d. 11 + 2t 3s
11. There are at most 25 large and small tables that are placed inside a function room
for at least 100 guests. Suppose only 6 people can be seated around the large
table and only 4 people for the small tables. Which of the following number of tables
are possibly placed inside the function room?

a.
b.
c.
d.
10 large tables and 9 small tables

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12. Which of the following shows the plane divider of the graph of y x + 4?
a. c.
b. d.
13. Cristina is using two mobile networks to make phone calls. One network charges
her Php 5.50 for every minute of call to other networks. The other network charges
her Php 6 for every minute of call to other networks. In a month, she spends at least
Php 300 for these calls. Suppose she wants to model the total costs of her mobile
calls to other networks using a mathematical statement. Which of the following
mathematical statements could it be?
a. 5.50x + 6y = 300
c.
5.50x + 6y 300
b. 5.50x + 6y > 300 d.
5.50x + 6y 300
14. Mrs. Roxas gave the cashier Php 500-bill for 3 adults tickets and 5 childrens tickets
that cost more than Php 400. Suppose an adult ticket costs Php 75. Which of the
following could be the cost of a childrens ticket?

a.
Php 60
b. Php 45
c. Php 35
d. Php 30
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15. Mrs. Gregorio would like to minimize their monthly bills on electric and water
consumption by observing some energy- and water-saving measures. Which of
the following should she prepare to come up with these energy- and water-saving
measures?

I.
II.
III.
Budget Plan
Previous Electric and Water Bills
Current Electric Power and Water Consumption Rates
a.
I and II
b. I and III
c. II and III
d. I, II, and III
16. The total amount Cora paid for 2 kilos of beef and 3 kilos of fish is less than Php 700.
Suppose a kilo of beef costs Php 250. What could be the maximum cost of a kilo of
fish to the nearest pesos?

a.
Php 60
b. Php 65
c. Php 66
d. Php 67
17. Mr. Cruz asked his worker to prepare a rectangular picture frame such that its
perimeter is at most 26 in. Which of the following could be the sketch of a frame that
his worker may prepare?
a. c.
b. d.
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18.
The Mathematics Club of Masagana National High School is raising at least Php 12,000
for their future activities. Its members are selling pad papers and pens to their schoolmates. To determine the income that they generate, the treasurer of the club was asked
to prepare an interactive graph which shows the costs of the pad papers and pens sold.
Which of the following sketches of the interactive graph the treasurer may present?
a. c.
b. d.
19. A restaurant owner would like to make a model which he can use as guide in writing a
linear inequality in two variables. He will use the inequality in determining the number
of kilograms of pork and beef that he needs to purchase daily given a certain amount
of money (C), the cost (A) of a kilo of pork, the cost (B) of a kilo of beef. Which of the
following models should he make and follow?
I. Ax + By C II. Ax + By = C III.
Ax + By C

a.
I and II
b. I and III
c. II and III
d. I, II, and III
20. Mr. Silang would like to use one side of the concrete fence for the rectangular pig pen
that he will be constructing. This is to minimize the construction materials to be used.
To help him determine the amount of construction materials needed for the other three
sides whose total length is at most 20 m, he drew a sketch of the pig pen. Which of the
following could be the sketch of the pig pen that Mr. Silang had drawn?
a. c.
b. d.
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What to
to Know
Know
What

Start the module by assessing your knowledge of the different mathematical
concepts previously studied and your skills in performing mathematical operations. This
may help you in understanding Linear Inequalities in Two Variables. As you go through
this module, think of the following important question: How do linear inequalities in two
variables help you solve problems in daily life? To find out the answer, perform each
activity. If you find any difficulty in answering the exercises, seek the assistance of your
teacher or peers or refer to the modules you have gone over earlier. To check your work,
refer to the answers key provided at the end of this module.
A ctivity 1
WHEN DOES LESS BECOME MORE?
Directions:
QU
NS
ES TIO
Supply each phrase with what you think the most appropriate word. Explain
your answer briefly.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
Less money, more

More profit, less
More smile, less
Less make-up, more
More peaceful, less
Less talk, more
More harvest, less
Less work, more
Less trees, more
More savings, less
a.
b.
How did you come up with your answer?

How did you know that the words are appropriate for the given
phrases?
When do we use the word less? How about more?
When does less really become more?
How do you differentiate the meaning of less and less than?
How are these terms used in Mathematics?
c.
d.
e.

__________
__________
__________
__________
__________
__________
__________
__________
__________
__________
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f.

g.
h.
i.
How do you differentiate the meaning of more and more than?

How are these terms used in Mathematics?
Give at least two statements using less, less than, more, and
more than.
What other terms are similar to the terms less, less than, more,
or more than? Give statements that make use of these terms.
In what real-life situations are the terms such as less than and
more than used?

How did you find the activity? Were you able to give real-life situations that make use
of the terms less than and more than? In the next activity, you will see how inequalities
are illustrated in real-life.
A ctivity 2
Directions:
BUDGET, MATTERS!
Use the situation below to answer the questions that follow.

Amelia was given by her mother Php 320 to buy some food ingredients
for chicken adobo. She made sure that it is good for 5 people.
QU
NS
E S TI O
1.
Suppose you were Amelia. Complete the following table with the
needed data.
Ingredients
Quantity
chicken
soy sauce
vinegar
garlic
onion
black pepper
sugar
tomato
green pepper
potato
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Cost per Unit

or Piece
Estimated
Cost
2.
3.
4.
5.
How did you estimate the cost of each ingredient?

Was the money given to you enough to buy all the ingredients?
Justify your answer.
Suppose you do not know yet the cost per piece or unit of each
ingredient. How will you represent this algebraically?
Suppose there are two items that you still need to buy. What
mathematical statement would represent the total cost of the two
items?

From the activity done, have you seen how linear inequalities in two variables are
illustrated in real life? In the next activity, you will see the differences between mathematical
expressions, linear equations, and inequalities.
A ctivity 3
Direction:
EXPRESS YOURSELF!
Shown below are two sets of mathematical statements. Use these to answer
the questions that follow.
y = 2x + 1
QU
NS
ES TIO
y > 2x + 1
3x + 4y = 15
10 5y = 7x
3x + 4y < 15
y = 6x + 12
9y 8 = 4x
y 6x + 12
1.
2.
10 5y 7x
9y 8 < 4x
How do you describe the mathematical statements in each set?

What do you call the left member and the right member of each
mathematical statement?
3. How do you differentiate 2x + 1 from y = 2x + 1? How about 9y 8
and 9y 8 = 4x?
4. How would you differentiate mathematical expressions from
mathematical equations?
5. Give at least three examples of mathematical expressions and
mathematical equations.
6.
Compare the two sets of mathematical statements. What statements
can you make?
7. Which of the given sets is the set of mathematical equations? How
about the set of inequalities?
8. How do you differentiate mathematical equations from inequalities?
9. Give at least three examples of mathematical equations and
inequalities.
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Were you able to differentiate between mathematical expressions and mathematical
equations? How about mathematical equations and inequalities? In the next activity, you
will identify real-life situations involving linear inequalities.
A ctivity 4 WHAT AM I?
Directions:
Identify the situations which illustrate inequalities. Then write the inequality
model in the appropriate column.
Classification
(Inequality or Not)
Real-Life Situations
1. The value of one Philippine
peso (p) is less than the
value of one US dollar (d).
2. According to the NSO, there
are more female (f) Filipinos
than male (m) Filipinos.
3. The number of girls (g) in the
band is one more than twice
the number of boys (b).
4.
The school bus has a
maximum seating capacity
(c) of 80 persons.
5. According to research, an
average adult generates
about 4 kg of waste daily (w).
6. To get a passing mark in
school, a student must have
a grade (g) of at least 75.
7. The daily school allowance
of Jillean (j) is less than the
daily school allowance of
Gwyneth (g).
8.
Seven times the number
of male teachers (m) is the
number of female teachers (f).
9. The expenses for food (f) is
greater than the expenses
for clothing (c).
10. The population (p) of the
Philippines is about 103
000 000.
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Inequality Model
QU
NS
ES TIO
1.
2.
3.
4.
How do you describe the situations in 3, 5, 8, and 10? How about the
situations in 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, and 9?
How do the situations in 3, 5, 8, and 10 differ from the situations in 1,
2, 4, 6, 7, and 9?
What makes linear inequality different from linear equations?
How can you use equations and inequalities in solving real-life
problems?

From the activity done, you have seen real-life situations involving linear inequalities
in two variables. In the next activity, you will show the graphs of linear equations in two
variables. You need this skill to learn about the graphs of linear inequalities in two variables.
A ctivity 5
Direction:
GRAPH IT! A RECALL

Show the graph of each of the following linear equations in a Cartesian
coordinate plane.
1.
y = x + 4

2.
y = 3x 1

3. 2x + y = 9

4.
10 y = 4x
5.
y = -4x + 9
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QU
NS
ES TIO
1.
2.
3.
4.
How did you graph the linear equations in two variables?

How do you describe the graphs of linear equations in two variables?
What is the y-intercept of the graph of each equation? How about the
slope?
How would you draw the graph of linear equations given the
y-intercept and the slope?

Were you able to draw and describe the graphs of linear equations in two variables?
In the next task, you will identify the different points and their coordinates on the Cartesian
plane. These are some of the skills you need to understand linear inequalities in two
variables and their graphs.
A ctivity 6
Directions:
QU
NS
ES TIO
INFINITE POINTS
Below is the graph of the linear equation y = x + 3. Use the graph to answer
the following questions.
1.
2.
3.
4.
How would you describe the line in relation to the plane where it lies?
Name 5 points on the line y = x + 3. What can you say about the
coordinates of these points?
Name 5 points not on the line y = x + 3. What can you say about the
coordinates of these points?
What mathematical statement would describe all the points on the
left side of the line y = x + 3?
How about all the points on the right side of the line y = x + 3?
5.
What conclusion can you make about the coordinates of points on

the line and those which are not on the line?
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From the activity done, you were able to identify the solutions of linear equations and
linear inequalities. But how are linear inequalities in two variables used in solving real-life
problems? You will find these out in the activities in the next section. Before performing
these activities, read and understand first important notes on linear inequalities in two
variables and the examples presented.

A linear inequality in two variables is an inequality that can be written in one of the
following forms:
Ax + By < C Ax + By C
Ax + By > C Ax + By C

where A, B, and C are real numbers and A and B are not both equal to zero.
Examples: 1. 4x y > 1
2.
x + 5y 9
3.
3x + 7y < 2

4.
5.
6.
8x 3y 14
2y > x 5
y 6x + 11
Certain situations in real life can be modeled by linear inequalities.
Examples: 1.
The total amount of 1-peso coins and 5-peso coins in the bag is more than
Php 150.

The situation can be modeled by the linear inequality x + 5y > 150, where x is the
number of 1-peso coins and y is the number of 5-peso coins.

2.
Emily bought two blouses and a pair of pants. The total amount she paid for
the items is not more than Php 980.

The situation can be modeled by the linear inequality 2x + y 980, where x is the cost
of each blouse and y is the cost of a pair of pants.

The graph of a linear inequality in
two variables is the set of all points in the
rectangular coordinate system whose ordered
pairs satisfy the inequality. When a line is
graphed in the coordinate plane, it separates
the plane into two regions called half- planes.
The line that separates the plane is called the
plane divider.
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To graph an inequality in two variables, the following steps could be followed.

1.
Replace the inequality symbol with an equal sign. The resulting equation becomes
the plane divider.

Examples:
a.
b.

c.
d.
2.
y > x + 4
y < x 2
y -x + 3
y -x 5
y=x+4
y=x2
y = -x + 3
y = -x 5
Graph the resulting equation with a solid line if the original inequality contains or
symbol. The solid line indicates that all points on the line are part of the solution
of the inequality. If the inequality contains < or > symbol, use a dash or a broken
line. The dash or broken line indicates that the coordinates of all points on the line
are not part of the solution set of the inequality.

a.
y > x + 4
c. y -x + 3
b.
y < x 2
d. y -x 5
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3.
Choose three points in one of the half-planes that are not on the line. Substitute
the coordinates of these points into the inequality. If the coordinates of these
points satisfy the inequality or make the inequality true, shade the half-plane or
the region on one side of the plane divider where these points lie. Otherwise, the
other side of the plane divider will be shaded.
a.
y > x + 4
c. y -x + 3
For example, points (0, 3), (2, 2), and

(4, -5) do not satisfy the inequality y > x + 4.
Therefore, the half-plane that does not
contain these points will be shaded.
The shaded portion constitutes the
solution of the linear inequality.
b.
y < x 2
For example, points (-2, 8), (0, 7), and

(8, -1) satisfy the inequality y -x + 3.
Therefore, the half-plane containing
these points will be shaded.
The shaded portion constitutes the
solution of the linear inequality.
d. y -x 5
Learn more about

Linear Inequalities
in Two Variables
through the WEB.
You may open the
following links.
1. http://library.thinkquest.org/20991/alg
/systems.html
2. http://www.kgsepg.
com/project-id/6565inequalities-two-variable
3. http://www.montereyinstitute.org/courses/
Algebra1/COURSE_
TEXT_RESOURCE/
U05_L2_T1_text_final.html
4. http://www.phschool.
com/atschool/academy123/english/academy123_content/wlbook-demo/ph-237s.
html
5. http://www.purplemath.com/modules/
ineqgrph.html
6. http://math.tutorvista.
com/algebra/linearequations-in-twovariables.html
For example, points (0, 5), (-3, 7), and (2, 10)
do not satisfy the inequality y < x 2.
Therefore, the half-plane that does not
contain these points will be shaded.
The shaded portion constitutes the solution
of the linear inequality.
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For example, points (12, -3), (0, -9), and (3, -11)
satisfy the inequality y -x 5.
Therefore, the half-plane containing these
points will be shaded.
The shaded portion constitutes the solution of
the linear inequality.

Now that you learned about linear inequalities in two variables and their graphs, you
may now try the activities in the next section.
What to
to Process
Process
What

Your goal in this section is to learn and understand key concepts of linear inequalities
in two variables including their graphs and how they are used in real-life situations. Use
the mathematical ideas and the examples presented in answering the activities provided.
A ctivity 7
Directions:
THATS ME!
Tell which of the following is a linear inequality in two variables. Explain your
answer.
1. 3x y 12
6.
-6x = 4 + 2y
19 < y 7.
x + 3y 7
2
3.
y=
x 8.
x > -8
5

2.
4.
x 2y + 5 9.
9(x 2) < 15
5. 7(x - 3) < 4y
QU
NS
ES TIO
a.
b.
c.
10. 13x + 6 < 10 7y
How did you identify linear inequalities in two variables? How about
those which are not linear inequalities in two variables?
What makes a mathematical statement a linear inequality in two
variables?
Give at least 3 examples of linear inequalities in two variables.
Describe each.

How did you find the activity? Were you able to identify linear inequalities in two
variables? In the next activity, you will determine if a given ordered pair is a solution of a
linear inequality.
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A ctivity 8
Directions:
(7, 2)
6. -3x + y < -12;
(0, -5)
2.
x + 3y 8;
(4, -1)
7. 9 + x y;
(-6, 3)
3.
y < 4x 5;
(0, 0)
4. 7x 2y 6;
(-3, -8)
8. 2y 2x 14;
1
9.
x + y > 5;
2
2
10. 9x +
y < 2;
3
(-3, -3)
1
(4,
)
2
1
( ,1)
5
5.
16 y > x;
NS
QU
State whether each given ordered pair is a solution of the inequality. Justify
your answer.
1. 2x y > 10;
a.
How did you determine if the given ordered pair is a solution of the
inequality?
What did you do to justify your answer?
ES TIO
WHATS YOUR POINT?
b.
(-1, 9)

From the activity done, were you able to determine if the given ordered pair is a solution
of the linear inequality? In the next activity, you will determine if the given coordinates of
points on the graph satisfy an inequality.
A ctivity 9
Directions:
COME AND TEST ME!

Tell which of the given coordinates of points on the graph satisfy the inequality.
1.
y < 2x + 2
a.
(0, 2)
b.
(5, 1)
c.
(-4, 6)
d.
(8, -9)
e.
(-3, -12)
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2. 3x 12 6y
a.
(1, -1)
b.
(4, 0)
c.
(6, 3)
d.
(0, 5)
e.
(-2, 8)
3.
3y 2x 6 5.
2x + y > 3
a.
(0, 0)
b.
(3, -4)
c.
(0, -2)
d.
(-9, -1)
e.
(-5, 6)
4.
-4y < 2x - 12
a.
(2, 4)
b.
(-4, 5)
c.
(-2, -2)
d.
(8.2, 5.5)
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e.
(4,
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5.
2x + y > 3
1
a. (1 , 0)
2
b.
(7, 1)
c.
(0, 0)
d.
(2, -12)
e.
(-10, -8)
QU
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ES TIO
a.
b.
How did you determine if the given coordinates of points on the

graph satisfy the inequality?
What did you do to justify your answer?

Were you able to determine if the given coordinates of points on the graph satisfy
the inequality? In the next activity, you will shade the part of the plane divider where the
solutions of the inequality are found.
A ctivity 10
Direction:
COLOR ME!
Shade the side of the plane divider where the solutions of the inequality are
found.
1.
y < x + 3 2.
y x > 5
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3.
x y 4 5.
2x + y < 2
4.
x +y1
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ES TIO
a.
b.
c.
How did you determine the part of the plane to be shaded?

Suppose a point is located on the plane where the graph of a linear
inequality is drawn. How do you know if the coordinates of this point
is a solution of the inequality?
Give at least 5 solutions for each linear inequality.

From the activity done, you were able to shade the side of the plane divider where
the solutions of the inequality are found. In the next activity, you will draw and describe the
graph of linear inequalities.
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A ctivity 11
Directions:
GRAPH AND TELL

Show the graph and describe the solutions of each of the following
inequalities. Use the Cartesian coordinate plane below.
1.
y > 4x
2.
y > x + 2
3. 3x + y 5
4. y <
1
x
3
5.
x y < -2
QU
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ES TIO
a.
b.
c.
d.
How did you graph each of the linear inequalities?

How do you describe the graphs of linear inequalities in two variables?
Give at least 3 solutions for each linear inequality.
How did you determine the solutions of the linear inequalities?

Were you able to draw and describe the graph of linear inequalities? Were you able
to give at least 3 solutions for each linear inequality? In the next activity, you will determine
the linear inequality whose graph is described by the shaded region.
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A ctivity 12
NAME THAT GRAPH!
Direction: Write a linear inequality whose graph is described by the shaded region.
1. 4.
2. 5.
3.
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QU
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ES TIO
a.
b.
c.
How did you determine the linear inequality given its graph?
What mathematics concepts or principles did you apply to come up
with the inequality?
When will you use the symbol >, <, , or in a linear inequality?

From the activity done, you were able to determine the linear inequality whose graph
is described by the shaded region. In the succeeding activity, you will translate real-life
situations into linear inequalities in two variables.
A ctivity 13
Directions:
TRANSLATE ME!
Write each statement as a linear inequality in two variables.
1.
The sum of 20-peso bills (t) and fifty peso bills (f) is greater than
Php 420.
2. The difference between the weight of Diana (d) and Princess (p) is at
least 26.
3. Five times the length of a ruler (r) increased by 2 inches is less than
the height of Daniel (h).
4. In a month, the total amount the family spends for food (f) and
educational expenses (e) is at most Php 8,000.
5. The price of a motorcycle (m) less Php 36,000 is less than or equal to
the price of a bicycle (b).
6. A dozen of short pants (s) added to half a dozen of pajamas (p) has a
total cost of not greater than Php 960.
7. The difference of the number of 300-peso tickets (p) and 200-peso
tickets (q) is not less than 30.
8. Thrice the number of red balls (r) is less than the number of blue balls
(b).
9. The number of apples (a) more than twice the number of ponkans (p)
is greater than 24.
10. Nicole bought 2 blouses (b) and 3 shirts (s) and paid not more than
Php 1,150.
QU
NS
ES TIO
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
How did you translate the given situations into linear inequalities?
When do we use the term at most? How about at least?
What other terms are similar to at most? How about at least?
Give at least two statements that make use of these terms.
In what real-life situations are the terms such as at most and at least
used?
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Were you able to translate real-life situations into linear inequalities in two variables?
In the next activity, you will find out how linear inequalities in two variables are used in reallife situations and in solving problems.
A ctivity 14
Directions:
MAKE IT REAL!
Answer the following questions. Give your complete solutions or explanations.
1.
The difference between Connies height and Janels height is not more
than 1.5 ft.
a.
b.
c.
2.
A motorcycle has a reserved fuel of 0.5 liter which can be used if its
3-liter fuel tank is about to be emptied. The motorcycle consumes at
most 0.5 liter of fuel for every 20 km of travel.
a.
b.
c.
3.
What mathematical statement represents the difference in the

heights of Connie and Janel? Define the variables used.
Based on the mathematical statement you have given, who is
taller? Why?
Suppose Connies height is 5 ft and 3 in, what could be the
height of Janel? Explain your answer.
What mathematical statement represents the amount of fuel

that would be left in the motorcycles fuel tank after traveling a
certain distance if its tank is full at the start of travel?
Suppose the motorcycles tank is full and it travels a distance of
55 km, about how much fuel would be left in its tank?
If the motorcycle travels a distance of 130 km with its tank full,
would the amount of fuel in its tank be enough to cover the given
distance? Explain your answer.
The total amount Jurene paid for 5 kilos of rice and 2 kilos of fish is
less than Php 600.
a.
b.
c.
What mathematical statement represents the total amount

Jurene paid? Define the variables used.
Suppose a kilo of rice costs Php 35. What could be the greatest
cost of a kilo of fish to the nearest pesos?
Suppose Jurene paid more than Php 600 and each kilo of rice
costs Php 34. What could be the least amount she will pay for 2
kilos of fish to the nearest pesos?
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4.
A bus and a car left a place at the same time traveling in opposite
direction. After 2 hours, the distance between them is at most 350 km.
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
What mathematical statement represents the distance between

the two vehicles after 2 hours? Define the variables used.
What could be the average speed of each vehicle in kilometers
per hour?
If the car travels at a speed of 70 kilometers per hour, what could
be the maximum speed of the bus?
If the bus travels at a speed of 70 kilometers per hour, is it
possible that the cars speed is 60 kilometers per hour? Explain
or justify your answer.
If the cars speed is 65 kilometers per hour, is it possible that
the bus speed is 75 kilometers per hour? Explain or justify your
answer.

From the activity done, you were able to find out how linear inequalities in two variables
are used in real-life situations and in solving problems. Can you give other real-life situations
where linear inequalities in two variables are illustrated? Now, lets go deeper by moving on
to the next part of this module.
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What to
to Understand
Understand
What

In this part, you are going to think deeper and test further your understanding of
linear inequalities in two variables. After doing the following activities, you should be
able to answer the question: In what other real-life situations will you be able to
find the applications of linear inequalities in two variables?
A ctivity 15
Directions:
THINK DEEPER.
Answer the following questions. Give your complete solutions or explanations.
1.
How do you differentiate linear inequalities in two variables from linear

equations in two variables?
2.
How many values of the variables would satisfy a given linear inequality
in two variables? Give an example to support your answer.
3.
Airen says, Any values of x and y that satisfy the linear equation y = x + 5
also satisfy the inequality y < x + 5. Do you agree with Airen? Justify your
answer.
4.
Katherine bought some cans of sardines and corned beef. She gave
the store owner Php 200 as payment. However, the owner told her
that the amount is not enough. What could be the reasons? What
mathematical statement would represent the given situation?
5.
Jay is preparing a 24-m2 rectangular garden in a 64-m2 vacant square

lot.
a.
b.
c.
QU
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ES TIO
What could be the dimensions of the garden?

Is it possible for Jay to prepare a 2 m by 12 m garden? Why?
What mathematical statement would represent the possible
perimeter of the garden? Explain your answer.

What new insights do you have about linear inequalities in two
variables? What new connections have you made for yourself?

Now extend your understanding. This time, apply what you have
learned in real life by doing the tasks in the next section.
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What to
to Transfer
Transfer
What

In this section, you will be applying your understanding of linear inequalities in
two variables through the following culminating activities that reflect meaningful and
relevant situations. You will be given practical tasks wherein you will demonstrate your
understanding.
A ctivity 16
Directions:
LETS ROLE-PLAY!
Cite and role-play at least two situations in real-life where linear inequalities
in two variables are illustrated. Formulate problems out of these situations
then solve them. Show the graphs of the linear inequalities drawn from these
situations.
RUBRIC: Real-life Situations on Linear Inequalities in Two Variables

4
The situation is clear,
realistic and the use
of linear inequalities
in two variables and
other mathematical
statements are
properly illustrated.
The problem
formulated is
relevant to the given
situation and the
answer is accurate.
3
The situation is
clear and the use of
linear inequalities
in two variables is
not illustrated. The
problem formulated
is related to the
situation and the
answer is correct.
2
The situation is not
too clear and the use
of linear inequalities
in two variables is
problem formulated
is related to the
situation and the
answer is incorrect.
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1
The situation is not
clear and the use of
linear inequalities
in two variables is
problem formulated
is not related to the
situation and the
answer is incorrect.
A ctivity 17
Directions:
PLAN FIRST!
Read the situation below then come up with the appropriate budget
proposal. The budget proposal should be clear, realistic, and make use of
linear inequalities in two variables and other mathematical statements.

Due to the rising prices of food commodities, you decided to raise
broiler chickens for your familys consumption. You sought permission from
your parents and asked them to give you some amount to start with. Your
parents agreed to give you some money; however, they still need to see
how you will use it. They asked you to prepare a budget proposal for the
chicken house that you will be constructing, the number of chickens to be
raised, the amount of chicken feeds, and other expenses.
RUBRIC: Budget Proposal of Raising Broiler Chickens
4
The budget
proposal is
clear, accurate,
practical, and
the use of linear
inequalities in
two variables
and other
mathematical
statements
are properly
illustrated.
3
The budget
proposal is clear,
practical, and
the use of linear
inequalities in
two variables is
illustrated.
2
The budget
proposal is not
too clear and
the use of linear
inequalities in
two variables
is not properly
illustrated.
1
The budget
proposal is not
clear and the
use of linear
inequalities
in two
variables is not
illustrated.

How did you find the different performance tasks? How did the tasks help you see the
real world use of linear inequalities in two variables?

You have completed this lesson. Before you go to the next lesson on system of linear
equations and inequalities, you have to answer the following post-assessment.
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SUMMARY/SYNTHESIS/GENERALIZATION

This module was about linear inequalities in two variables. In this module, you were able
to differentiate between mathematical expressions and mathematical equations; differentiate

between mathematical equations and inequalities; illustrate linear inequalities in two variables;
graph linear inequalities in two variables on the coordinate plane; and solve real-life problems
involving linear inequalities in two variables. More importantly, you were given the chance to
formulate and solve real-life problems, and demonstrate your understanding of the lesson by
doing some practical tasks.
GLOSSARY OF TERMS USED IN THIS LESSON:

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
Cartesian coordinate plane the plane that contains the x- and y-axes
Coordinates of a point any point on the plane that is identified by an ordered pair of
numbers denoted as (x, y)
Geogebra a dynamic mathematics software that can be used to visualize and
understand concepts in algebra, geometry, calculus, and statistics
Half plane the region that is divided when a line is graphed in the coordinate plane
Mathematical equation a mathematical statement indicating that two expressions are
equal and using the symbol =
Linear equation in two variables a mathematical statement with one as the highest
exponent of its independent variable
Linear inequality in two variables a mathematical statement that makes use of inequality
symbols such as >, <, , and
Mathematical expression the left or the right member of any mathematical statement
Plane divider the line that separates the cartesian coordinate plane into two half planes
Slope of a line the steepness of a non-vertical line
Solutions of linear equations points in the coordinate plane whose ordered pairs satisfy
the equality
Solutions of linear inequalities points in the coordinate plane whose ordered pairs
satisfy the inequality
Variables any quantity represented by a letter of the alphabet
x-intercept the x-coordinate of the point where a graph intersects the x-axis

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SYSTEMS OF LINEAR
EQUATIONS AND
INEQUALITIES IN TWO
VARIABLES
I.

Have you ever asked yourself how businessmen make profits? How farmers
increase their yield or harvest? How parents budget their income on food, education,
clothing and other needs? How cellular phone users choose the best payment plan?
How students spend their daily allowances or travel from home to school?

Find out the answers to these questions and determine the vast applications of
systems of linear equations and inequalities in two variables through this module.

In this module, you will examine the above questions when you take the following lessons:
Lesson 1 Systems of linear equations in two variables and their graphs
Lesson 2 Solving systems of linear equations in two variables
Lesson 3 Graphical solutions of systems of linear inequalities in two variables
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Lesson 1
Lesson 2
Lesson 3
Describe systems of linear equations and inequalities using

practical situations and mathematical expressions.
Identify which systems of linear equations have graphs that are
parallel, intersecting, and coinciding.
Graph systems of linear equations in two variables.
Solve systems of linear equations by (a) graphing; (b) elimination;
(c) substitution.
Solve problems involving systems of linear equations in two
variables.
Graph a system of linear inequalities in two variables.
Solve a system of linear inequalities in two variables by graphing.
Solve problems involving systems of linear inequalities in two
variables.
Module Map
Map
Module

Here is a simple map of the lessons that will be covered in this module.
Systems of Linear
Equations and Inequalities in
Two Variables
Systems of Linear
Equations in Two
Variables and their
Graphs
Graphical
Method
Algebraic
Methods
Solving Systems of
Linear Equations in
Two Variables
Elimination
Method
Graphical Solutions
of Systems of Linear
Inequalities in Two
Variables
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Substitution
Method
III. PRE - ASSESSMENT

Part I: Find out how much you already know about this module. Choose the letter that
you think best answers the question. Please answer all items. Take note of the
items that you were not able to answer correctly and find the right answers as
you go through this module.
1.
Which of the following is a system of linear equations in two variables?
a.
2x 7y = 8
c.
b.
3x + 5y = -2

x 4y = 9
d. 4x + 1 = 8
2.
What point is the intersection of the graphs of the lines x + y = 8 and 2x y = 1?
a.
3.
Which of the following is a graph of a system of linear inequalities in two variables?
a.
c.
b.
d.
(1, 8)
b.
(3, 5)
x + 9y = 2
2x 3y > 12
c.
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(5, 3)
d.
(2, 6)
4.
2x + y < 2
Which of the following shows the graph of the system
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x 4y > 9
a.
c.
b.
d.
5.
If 2x + y = 9 and 2x y = 11 , what is the value of x?
a.
6.
A car park charges Php 45 for the first 3 hours and Php 5 for every succeeding
hour or a fraction thereof. Another car park charges Php 20 for the first 3 hours
and Php 10 for every succeeding hour or a fraction thereof. In how many hours
would a car owner pay the same parking fee in any of the two car parks?
a.
7.
How many solutions does a consistent and independent system of linear equations
have?
a.
8.
Which of the following ordered pairs satisfy both 2x + 7y > 5 and 3x y 2?
a.
9.
Mr. Agpalo paid Php 260 for 4 adults tickets and 6 childrens tickets. Suppose the
total cost of an adult's ticket and a childrens ticket is Php 55. How much does an
adult's ticket cost?
a.
2 hr
(0, 0)
Php 20
b. 5
b. 3 hr
b. 1
b. (10, -1)
b. Php 35
c. 10
c. 5 hr
c. 2
c. (-4, 6)
c. Php 80
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d. 20
d. 8 hr
d. Infinite
d. (-2, -8)
d. Php 120
10. Which system of equations has a graph that shows intersecting lines?

a. 2x + 4y = 14

c. 4x + 8y = 7
x + 2y = 7
x + 2y = 3
-3x
+
y
=
5

b.

d. 3x + y = 10
6x 2y = 1
3x y = 5
11. Mr. Bonifacio asked each of his agriculture students to prepare a rectangular
garden such that its perimeter is at most 19 m and the difference between its
length and its width is at least 5 m. Which of the following could be the sketch of a
garden that a student may prepare?

a.
b.
c.
d.
3x + y = 2
has no solution. Which of the following
2y = 15 6x
reasons would support her statement?
I.
The graph of the system of equations shows parallel lines.
II. The graph of the system of equations shows intersecting lines.
III. The two lines as described by the equations in the system have the same
slope.
12. Luisa says that the system

a.
I and II
b.
I and III
c.
II and III
d.
I, II, and III
13. Jose paid at most Php 250 for the 4 markers and 3 pencils that he bought. Suppose
the marker is more expensive than the pencil and their prices difference is greater
than Php 30. Which of the following could be the amount paid by Jose for each
item?

a.

Marker: Php 56
Pencil: Php 12
c.

Marker: Php 46
Pencil: Php 7
b.

Marker:
Pencil:
d.

Marker:
Pencil:
Php 35
Php 15
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Php 50
Php 19
14. Bea wanted to compare the mobile network plans being offered by two
telecommunication companies. Suppose Beas father would like to see the graph
showing the comparison of the two mobile network plans. Which of the following
graphs should Bea present to his father?

a.

c.
b.
d.
15. Edna and Grace had their meal at a pizza house. They ordered the same kind of
pizza and drinks. Edna paid Php 140 for 2 slices of pizza and a drink. Grace paid
Php 225 for 3 slices of pizza and 2 drinks. How much did they pay for the total
number of slices of pizza?

a.
Php 55
b. Php 110
c. Php 165
d. Php 275
16. The Senior Citizens' Club of a certain municipality is raising funds by selling
used clothes and shoes. Mrs. Labrador, a member of the club, was assigned
to determine how many used clothes and shoes were sold after knowing the
important information needed. She was asked further to present to the club how
she came up with the result using a graph. Which of the following graphs could
Mrs. Labrador present?

a.

c.
b.
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d.
17. The Math Club rented a sound system for their annual Mathematics Camp. They
also rented a generator in case of power interruption. After the 3-day camp, the
club paid a total amount of Php3,000, three days for the sound system and two
days for the generator. If each is rented for one day, the club should have paid a
total amount of Php1,100. What was the daily rental cost of the generator?

a.
b.
Php 300
Php 600
c. Php 800
d. Php 2,400
18. Mrs. Soriano would like to keep track of her familys expenses to have an idea
of the maximum or minimum amount of money that she will allot for electric and
water consumption, food, clothing, and other needs. Which of the following should
Mrs. Soriano prepare?

a.
b.
Budget Plan

Compilation of Receipts
c.
Pricelist of Commodities
d. Bar Graph of Familys Expenses
19. A restaurant owner would like to make a model which he can use as guide in
writing a system of equations. He will use the system of equations in determining
the number of kilograms of pork and beef that he needs to purchase daily given
a certain amount of money (C), the cost (A) of a kilo of pork, the cost (B) of a kilo
of beef, and the total weight of meat (D). Which of the following models should he
make and follow?

a.
Ax By = C

x+y=D
c.
Ax + By = C
x+y=D
b.
Ax + By = C

xy=D
d.
Ax By = C
xy=D
20. Mrs. Jacinto would like to instill the value of saving and to develop decision-making
among her children. Which of the following situations should Mrs. Jacinto present
to her children?

a.
b.
c.
d.
Buying and selling different items

A person putting coins in his piggy bank
Buying assorted goods in a department store
Making bank deposits in two banks that give different interests
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Part II. Illustrate each mathematics concept in the given figure, then describe it by
completing the statement at the bottom.
Lines
Slope of a
Line
y - intercept
of a Line
Points on a
Line
Points
Coordinates
of Points
Parallel
Lines
Intersecting
Lines
Linear
Equations
Linear
Inequality

My idea of (mathematics concept given) is ______________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
______________________
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Part III. Use the situation below to answer the questions that follow.

One Sunday, a Butterfly Exhibit was held at the Quezon Memorial Circle in Quezon
City. A number of people, children and adults, went to see the exhibit. Admission was
Php 20 each for adults and Php 12 each for children.
Questions:
1.
How much did an adult pay for the exhibit? How about a child?
2.
Complete the table below for the amount that must be paid by a certain number of
adults and children who will watch the exhibit.
Number of
Adults
2
3
4
5
6
Admission Fee
Number of
Children
2
3
4
5
6
Admission Fee
3.
How much would 10 adults pay if they watch the exhibit? How about 10 children?
Show your solution.
4.
If a certain number of adults watched the exhibit, what expression would represent
the total admission fee?
What mathematical statement would represent the total amount that will be
collected from a number of children? Explain your answer.
5.
Suppose 6 adults and 15 children watch the exhibit. What is the total amount they
will pay as admission? Show your solution.
6.
If a number of adults and another number of children watch the exhibit, how will
you represent the total amount they will pay for the admission? Explain your
answer.
7.
Suppose the total amount collected was Php 3,000. How many adults and how
many children could have watched the exhibit?
8.
The given situation illustrates the use of linear equations in two variables. In what
other real-life situations are linear equations in two variables applied? Formulate
problems out of these situations then solve.
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After going through this module, you should be able to demonstrate understanding of key concepts of systems of linear equations and inequalities in two variables,
formulate real-life problems involving these concepts, and solve these with utmost accuracy using a variety of strategies.
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Lesson
Systems of Linear
Equations in Two
Variables and Their
Graphs
What to
to Know
Know
What

Start Lesson 1 of this module by assessing your knowledge of the different
mathematics concepts previously studied and your skills in performing mathematical
operations. These knowledge and skills may help you in understanding Systems of Linear
Equations in Two Variables and their Graphs. As you go through this lesson, think of the
following important question: How is the system of linear equations in two variables used
in solving real-life problems and in making decisions? To find the answer, perform each
activity. If you find any difficulty in answering the exercises, seek the assistance of your
teacher or peers or refer to the modules you have studied earlier. To check your work,
refer to the answer key provided at the end of this module.
A ctivity 1
Directions:
DESCRIBE ME!
Draw the graph of each of the following linear equations in a Cartesian
coordinate plane. Answer the questions that follow.

1. y = 2x + 3

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2. 3x y = 2
3.
y = 5x 1
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a.
b.
How did you graph each linear equation in two variables?

How do you describe the graphs of linear equations in two variables?
4. 2x 3y = 6
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ES TIO

Were you able to draw and describe the graphs of linear equations in two variables?
Suppose you draw the graphs of two linear equations in the same coordinate plane. How
would the graphs of these equations look like? Youll find that out when you do the next
activity.
A ctivity 2
MEET ME AT THIS POINT IF POSSIBLE
Directions:
Draw the graph of each pair of linear equations below using the same
Cartesian plane, then answer the questions that follow.
1.
3x + y = 5 and 2x + y = 9
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2.
3x y = 4 and y = 3x + 2
x + 3y = 6 and 2x + 6y = 12

a.
b.

c.

d.

e.
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ES TIO
QU
3.
How did you graph each pair of linear equations?

How would you describe the graphs of 3x + y = 5 and 2x + y = 9?
How about 3x y = 4 and y = 3x + 2? x + 3y = 6 and 2x + 6y = 12?
Which pair of equations has graphs that are intersecting?
How many points of intersection do the graphs have?
What are the coordinates of their point(s) of intersection?
Which pair of equations has graphs that are not intersecting? Why?
How do you describe these equations?
Each pair of linear equations forms a system of equations. The point
of intersection of the graphs of two linear equations is the solution of
the system. How many solutions does each pair of equations have?

e.1) 3x + y = 5 and 2x + y = 9

e.2) 3x y = 4 and y = 3x + 2

e.3) x + 3y = 6 and 2x + 6y = 12
f.
What is the slope and the y-intercept of each line in the given pair of
equations?

f.1) 3x + y = 5;
slope =

y-intercept =
2x + y = 9;
slope =

y-intercept =

f.2) 3x y = 4;
y = 3x + 2;
slope =
slope =
y-intercept =
y-intercept =

f.3) x + 3y = 6;
slope =

y-intercept =
2x + 6y = 12;
slope =

y-intercept =
g. How would you compare the slopes of the lines defined by the linear
equations in each system?

How about their y-intercepts?
h. What statements can you make about the solution of the system in
relation to the slopes of the lines?

How about the y-intercepts of the lines?
i.
How is the system of linear equations in two variables used in solving
real-life problems and in making decisions?
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How did you find the preceding activities? Are you ready to learn about systems of
linear equations in two variables and their graphs? Im sure you are. From the activities
done, you were able to determine when two lines intersect and when they do not intersect.
You were able to relate also the solution of system of linear equations with the slopes
and y-intercepts of their graphs. But how are systems of linear equations in two variables
used in solving real-life problems and in making decisions? You will find these out in the
activities in the next section. Before doing these activities, read and understand first some
important notes on Systems of Linear Equations in Two Variables and their Graphs and the
examples presented.

Equations like x y = 7 and 2x + y = 8 are called simultaneous linear equations or
a system of linear equations if we want them to be true for the same pairs of numbers. A
solution of such equations is an ordered pair of numbers that satisfies both equations. The
solution set of a system of linear equations in two variables is the set of all ordered pairs of
real numbers that makes every equation in the system true.

The solution of a system of linear equations can be determined algebraically or
graphically. To find the solution graphically, graph both equations on a Cartesian plane then
find the point of intersection of the graphs, if it exists. The solution to a system of linear
equations corresponds to the coordinates of the points of intersection of the graphs of the
equations.

A system of linear equations has:

a. only one solution if their graphs intersect at only one point.
b. no solution if their graphs do not intersect.
c.
infinitely many solutions if their graphs coincide.
Exactly one solution
No solution
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Infinitely many solutions
There are three kinds of systems of linear equations in two variables according to the
number of solutions. These are:

1. System of consistent and dependent equations

This is a system of linear equations having infinitely many solutions. The slopes of
the lines defined by the equations are equal, their y-intercepts are also equal, and
their graphs coincide.

Example: The
system
of
equations
xy=5
is consistent and
2x 2y = 10
dependent. The slopes of their
lines are equal, their y-intercepts
are also equal, and their graphs
coincide.
2.

System of consistent and independent equations

This is a system of linear equations having exactly one solution. The slopes of the
lines defined by the equations are not equal; their y-intercepts could be equal or
unequal; and their graphs intersect.
Example: The system of equations
2x + y = 5
3x y = 9
is consistent and independent. The

slopes of their lines are not equal,
their y-intercepts could be equal or
unequal, and their graphs intersect.
3.

System of inconsistent equations

This is a system of linear equations having no solution. The slopes of the lines
defined by the equations are equal, their y-intercepts are not equal; and their
graphs are parallel.
Example: The system of equations
2x + y = -6
is inconsistent. The slopes of
2x + y = 10
their lines are equal; their y-intercepts are not equal; and their graphs
are parallel.
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Learn more about Systems

of Linear Equations in Two
Variables and their Graphs
through the WEB. You may
open the following links.
1. https://new.edu/resources/solving-linear-systems-by-graphing
2. http://www.mathwarehouse.
com/algebra/linear_equation/
systems-of-equation/index.php
3. h t t p : / / w w w. p h s c h o o l . c o m /
atschool/academy123/english/
academy123_content/wl-bookdemo/ph-228s.html
Systems of linear equations

in two variables are illustrated
in many real-life situations. A
system of linear equations in
two variables can be used to
represent problems that involve
finding values of two quantities
such as the number of objects,
costs of goods or services, or
amount of investments, solutions
of which can also be described
using graphs. But how are the
solutions to problems involving
systems of linear equations used
in making decisions?
What to
to Process
Process
What

Your goal in this section is to apply the key concepts of systems of linear equations in
two variables and their graphs. Use the mathematical ideas and the examples presented
in the preceding section to answer the activities provided.
A ctivity 3
Directions:
CONSISTENT OR INCONSISTENT?
Determine whether each system of linear equations is consistent and
dependent, consistent and independent, or inconsistent. Then, answer the
2x y = 7

1.

3x y = 5

2x + y = -3

2.

2x + y = 6
6.
x 2y = 9
x + 3y = 14
7.
6x 2y = 8
y = 3x 4
3.
x 2y = 9

2x 4y = 18
8.
x + 3y = 8
x 3y = 8
4.
8x + 2y = 7

y = -4y + 1
9.
2y = 6x 5
3y = 9x + 1
5.
-3x + y = 10

4x + y = 7
10.
3x + 5y = 15
4x 7y = 10
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a.
b.
c.
How were you able to identify systems of equations that are consistentdependent, consistent-independent, and inconsistent?
When do you say that a system of linear equations is consistent and
dependent? consistent and independent? inconsistent?
Give examples of systems of linear equations that are consistent and
dependent, consistent and independent, and inconsistent.

Were you able to determine which systems of linear equations in two variables
are consistent and dependent, consistent and independent, or inconsistent? In the next
activity, you will describe the solution set of a system of linear equations in two variables
through its graph.
A ctivity 4
HOW DO I LOOK?
Directions:
Determine the solution set of the system of linear equations as shown by the
following graphs. Then answer the questions that follow.
1.
3.
2.
4.
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b.
c.
d.
How many solution/s does each graph of system of linear equations

have?
Which graph shows that the system of linear equations is consistent
and dependent? consistent and independent? inconsistent? Explain
your answer.
When do you say that the system of linear equations as described by
the graph is consistent and dependent? consistent and independent?
inconsistent?
Draw graphs of systems of linear equations that are consistent and
dependent, consistent and independent, and inconsistent. Describe
each graph.

Was it easy for you to describe the solution set of a system of linear equations given
the graph? In the next activity, you will graph systems of linear equations then describe
their solution sets.
A ctivity 5
Directions:
DESCRIBE MY SOLUTIONS!
Graph each of the following systems of linear equations in two variables on
the Cartesian coordinate plane. Describe the solution set of each system
based on the graph drawn. Then answer the questions that follow.

1. x + y = 8
x + y = -3
2.
3x y = 7
x + 3y = -4
3.
x + 6y = 9
2x + 6y = 18
4.
x 2y = 12
6x + 3y = -9
5.
3x + y = -2
x + 2y = -4
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NS
ES TIO
a.
b.
c.

How did you graph each system of linear equations in two variables?
How does the graph of each system look like?
Which system of linear equations has only one solution? Why?
How about the system of linear equations with no solution? infinite
number of solutions? Explain your answer.

In this section, the discussion was about system of linear equations in two variables
and their graphs.

Go back to the previous section and compare your initial ideas with the discussion.
How much of your initial ideas are found in the discussion? Which ideas are different and
need revision?

Now that you know the important ideas about this topic, lets go deeper by moving
on to the next section.
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Understand
What

You are going to think deeper and test further your understanding of systems of
linear equations in two variables and their graphs. After doing the following activities,
you should be able to answer the following question: "How is the system of linear
equations in two variables used in solving real-life problems and in making
decisions?"
A ctivity 6
Directions:
HOW WELL I UNDERSTOOD

Answer the following.
1.
How do you describe a system of linear equations in two variables?
2.
Give at least two examples of systems of linear equations in two

variables.
3.
When is a system of linear equations in two variables used?
4.
How do you graph systems of linear equations in two variables?
5.
How do you describe the graphs of systems of linear equations in two

variables?
6.
How do you describe systems of linear equations that are consistent

and dependent? consistent and independent? inconsistent?
7.
Study the situation below:

Jose wanted to construct a rectangular garden such that its
perimeter is 28 m and its length is 6 times its width.
a.
b.
c.
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What system of linear

equations represents the
given situation?
Suppose the system of linear
equations is graphed. How
would the graphs look like?
Is the system consistent and
dependent, consistent and
independent, or inconsistent?
Why?

In this section, the discussion was about your understanding of systems of linear
equations in two variables and their graphs.

What new realizations do you have about the systems of linear equations in two
variables and their graphs? What new connections have you made for yourself?

What to
to Transfer
Transfer
What

A ctivity 7
Directions:
HOW MUCH AND WHATS THE COST?

Complete the table below by writing all the school supplies that you use.
Indicate the quantity and the cost of each.
School Supply
Quantity
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Cost

Formulate linear equations in two variables based on the data in the
table. Then use some pairs of these equations to form different systems
of equations. Draw the graph of each system of linear equations. Use the
rubric provided to rate your work.
Rubric for Real-Life Situations Involving Systems of Linear Equations
in Two Variables and their Graphs
4
Systematically listed
the data in the table,
properly formulated
linear equations
in two variables
that form a system
of equations, and
accurately drew the
graph of each system
of linear equations.
3
Systematically listed
the data in the table,
properly formulated
linear equations in
two variables that
form a system of
equations but unable
to draw the graph
accurately.
2
1
Systematically listed Systematically listed
the data in the table the data in the table.
and formulated linear
equations in two
variables but unable
to form systems of
equations.

In this section, your task was to cite three real-life situations where systems of linear
equations in two variables are illustrated.

How did you find the performance task? How did the task help you see the real-world
use of the topic?
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This lesson was about systems of linear equations in two variables and their graphs. The
lesson provided you opportunities to describe systems of linear equations and their solution
sets using practical situations, mathematical expressions, and their graphs. You identified and
described systems of linear equations whose graphs are parallel, intersecting, or coinciding.
Moreover, you were given the chance to draw and describe the graphs of systems of linear
equations in two variables and to demonstrate your understanding of the lesson by doing a
practical task. Your understanding of this lesson and other previously learned mathematics
concepts and principles will facilitate your learning of the next lesson, Solving Systems of
Linear Equations Graphically and Algebraically.
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Lesson
Solving Systems
of Linear Equations
in Two Variables
What to
to Know
Know
What

Start the lesson by assessing your knowledge of the different mathematics
concepts previously studied and your skills in performing mathematical operations. These
knowledge and skills may help you in understanding Solving Systems of Linear Equations
in Two Variables. As you go through this lesson, think of the following important question:
How is the system of linear equations in two variables used in solving real-life
problems and in making decisions? To find out the answer, perform each activity. If you
find any difficulty in answering the exercises, seek the assistance of your teacher or peers
or refer to the modules you have studied earlier.
A ctivity 1
Directions:

HOW MUCH IS THE FARE?

Use the situation below to answer the questions that follow.

Suppose for a given distance, a tricycle driver charges every passenger
Php 10.00 while a jeepney driver charges Php 12.00.
1.
Complete the table below for the fare collected by the tricycle and
jeepney drivers from a certain number of passengers.

Amount Collected
by the Tricycle
Driver
Number of
Passengers
1
2
3
4
5
10
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Amount Collected
by the
Jeepney Driver
15
20
25
30
2.
3.

4.

How did you determine the amount collected by the tricycle and
jeepney drivers from their passengers?
Suppose in 3 round trips the tricycle and jeepney drivers had a total of
68 passengers.
a. How would you find the number of passengers each transported?
b. What mathematical statement will you use to find the number of
passengers each had?
c.
What is the total amount of fare collected from the passengers
by the two drivers? Explain how you arrived at your answer.
d. How would you draw the graph of the mathematical statement
obtained in 3b? Draw and describe the graph.
Suppose the total fare collected by the tricycle and jeepney drivers is
Php 780.
a. How would you find the number of passengers each had?
b. What mathematical statement will you use to find the number of
passengers each had?
c.
How would you draw the graph of the mathematical statement
obtained in 4b? Draw the graph in the Cartesian coordinate
plane where the graph of the mathematical statement in 3b was
drawn. Describe the graph.
5.
How do you describe the two graphs drawn?
6.
What do the graphs tell you?
7.
How did you determine the number of passengers each driver had?
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How did you find the activity? Were you able to use linear equations in two variables
to represent a real-life situation? Were you able to find some possible solutions of a linear
equation in two variables and draw its graph? In the next activity, you will show the graphs
of systems of linear equations in two variables. You need this skill to learn about the
graphical solutions of systems of linear equations in two variables.
A ctivity 2
LINES, LINES, LINES
Directions:
Draw the graph of each equation in the system in one coordinate plane.

y=x+7
3x + 8y = 12

1. y = -2x + 1 3. 8x 5y = 12
2.
y = 3x 2
8x + 7y = 15
4.
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xy=6
2x + 7y = -6
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a.
b.
c.
d.
How did you show the graph of each system of equations?

How do you describe the graph of each system of equations?
Are the graphs intersecting lines? If yes, what are the coordinates of
the point of intersection of these lines?
What do you think do the coordinates of the point of intersection of the
lines mean?

Were you able to draw the graph of each system of linear equations in two variables?
Were you able to determine and give the meaning of the coordinates of the point of
intersection of intersecting lines? As you go through this module, you will learn about this
point of intersection of two lines and how the coordinates of this point are determined
algebraically. In the next activity, you will solve for the indicated variable in terms of the
other variable. You need this skill to learn about solving systems of linear equations in two
variables using the substitution method.
A ctivity 3
IF I WERE YOU
Directions:
Solve for the indicated variable in terms of the other variable. Explain how
you arrived at your answer.

1. 4x + y = 11;
y=

6. -2x + 7y = 18;
x=

2.
5x y = 9;
y =
7.
-3x 8y = 15;
x=
3.
4x + y = 12;
x =
8.
1
x + 3y = 2;
4
x=
4.
-5x 4y = 16;
y =
9.
4
1
x
y = 7 ;
9
3
y=
5.
2x + 3y = 6;
y =
10. -
2
1
x
;y = 8
3
2
x=

How did you find the activity? Were you able to solve for the indicated variable in
terms of the other variable? In the next activity, you will solve linear equations. You need
this skill to learn about solving systems of linear equations in two variables algebraically.
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A ctivity 4
WHAT MAKES IT TRUE?
Directions:
Find the value of the variable that would make the equation true. Answer the

1. 5x = 15

6. x + 7 = 10

2. -3x = 21

7. 3y 5 = 4

3. 9x = -27

8. 2y + 5y = -28
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5.
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a.
b.
c.
-7x = -12
2
x = 8
3
9.
-3y + 7y = 12
10. 5x 2x = -15
How did you solve each equation?

What mathematics concepts or principles did you apply to solve each
equation? Explain how you applied these mathematics concepts and
principles.
Do you think there are other ways of solving each equation? Explain
your answer.

Were you able to solve each equation? In solving each equation, were you able to
apply the mathematics concepts or principles which you already learned? Solving equations
is an important skill that you need to fully develop so you would not find difficulty in solving
systems of linear equations in two variables algebraically. But how are systems of linear
equations in two variables used in solving real-life problems and in making decisions? You
will find these out in the activities in the next section. Before you start performing these
activities, read and understand first some important notes on solving systems of linear
equations and the examples presented.

The solution of a system of linear equations can be determined algebraically or graphically.
To find the solution graphically, graph both equations in a Cartesian coordinate plane then find
the point of intersection of the graphs, if it exists. You may also use graphing calculator or
computer software such as GeoGebra in determining the graphical solutions of systems of
linear equations. GeoGebra is an open-source dynamic mathematics software which helps
you visualize and understand concepts in algebra, geometry, calculus, and statistics.

The solution to a system of linear equations corresponds to the coordinates of the points
of intersection of the graphs of the equations.
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Examples: Find the solutions of the following systems of linear equations graphically.
a.
2x + y = 7

-x + y = 1
b.
Answer (a): The graphs of 2x + y = 7 and

-x + y = 1 intersect at (2, 3).

Hence, the solution of the

2x + y = 7
system
is x = 2
-x + y = 1
and y = 3.
Answer (b): The graphs of 3x + y = 4 and 3x

+ y = 10 are parallel. Hence,
3x + y = 4
the system
has no
3x y = -5
solution.
Answer (c): The graphs of x 2y = -5 and

2x 4y = -10 coincide. Hence,
x 2 = -5
the system
has
2x 4y = -10
infinite number of solutions.
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3x + y = 4

3x y = -5
c.
x 2 = -5

2x 4y = -10

A system of linear equations can be solved algebraically by substitution or elimination
methods.

To solve a system of linear equations by substitution method, the following procedures
could be followed:
a. Solve for one variable in terms of the other variable in one of the equations.

If one of the equations already gives the value of one variable, you may proceed
to the next step.
b. Substitute the value of the variable found in the first step of the second equation.
Simplify then solve the resulting equation.
c.
Substitute the value obtained in (b) to any of the original equations to find the
value of the other variable.
d. Check the values of the variables obtained against the linear equations in the
system.
Example: Solve the system
2x + y = 5
by substitution method.
-x + 2y = 5
Solution: Use 2x + y = 5 to solve for y in terms of x.

Subtract -2x from both sides of the equation.
2x + y 2x = 5 2x y = 5 2x

Substitute 5 2x in the equation -x + 2y = 5.
-x + 2(5 2x) = 5
Simplify.
-x + 2(5) + 2(-2x) = 5 -x + 10 4x = 5
-5x = 5 10

-5x = -5

Solve for x by dividing both sides of the equation by -5.
-5x
-5

=
x=1
-5
-5

Substitute 1, value of x, to any of the original equations to solve for y.
-x + 2y = 5 -1 + 2y = 5

Simplify.
-1 + 2y = 5 2y = 5 + 1 2y = 6
Solve for y by dividing both sides of the equation by 2.
2y
6

=
y=3
2
2
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Check the values of the variables obtained against the linear equations in
the system.

1. 2x + y = 5; x = 1 and y = 3

2(1) + 3 = 2 + 3 = 5
If x = 1 and y = 3, the equation 2x + y = 5 is true.

Hence, the cooordinate (1,3) satisfies the equation.

2. -x + 2y = 5; x = 1 and y = 3

-1 + 2(3) = -1 + 6 = 5
If x = 1 and y = 3, the equation -x + 2y = 5 is true.

Hence, the coordinate (1,3) satisfies the equation.
2x + y = 5
Therefore, the solution to the system
is the ordered pair (1, 3).
-x + 2y = 5

To solve a system of linear equations in two variables by the elimination method, the
following procedures could be followed:
a. Whenever necessary, rewrite both equations in standard form Ax + By = C.
b. Whenever necessary, multiply either equation or both equations by a nonzero
number so that the coefficients of x or y will have a sum of 0. (Note: The coefficients
of x and y are additive inverses.)
c.
Add the resulting equations. This leads to an equation in one variable. Simplify
then solve the resulting equation.
d. Substitute the value obtained to any of the original equations to find the value of
the other variable.
e. Check the values of the variables obtained against the linear equations in the
system.
Example: Solve the system
3x + y = 7
by elimination method.
2x 5y = 16
Solution: Think of eliminating y first.

Multiply 5 to both sides of the equation 3x + y = 7.

5(3x + y = 7)
15x + 5y = 35

Add the resulting equations.

15x + 5y = 35

2x 5y = 16
17x
= 51
Solve for x by dividing both sides of the equation by 17.
17x 51
17x = 51
=
x = 3
17
17

Substitute 3, value of x, to any of the original equations to solve for y.
2x 5y = 16

Simplify.
6 5y = 16
2(3) 5y = 16
-5y = 16 6
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-5y = 10
Solve for y by dividing both sides of the equation by -5.

-5y 10
-5y = 10
=
y = -2
-5
-5
Check the values of the variables obtained against the linear equations in
the system.
1. 3x + y = 7; x = 3 and y = -2

3(3) + (-2) = 9 2 = 7
If x = 3 and y = -2, the equation 3x + y = 7 is true.

Hence, the coordinate (3, -2) satisfies the equation.

2. 2x 5y = 16; x = 3 and y = -2

2(3) 5(-2) = 6 + 10 = 16
If x = 3 and y = -2, the equation 2x 5y = 16 is true.

Hence, the coordinate (3, -2) satisfies the equation.
3x + y = 7

Therefore, the solution to the system
is the ordered pair (3, -2).
2x 5y = 16

Systems of linear equations in two variables are applied in many real-life situations.
They are used to represent situations and solve problems related to uniform motion, mixture,
investment, work, and many others. Consider the situation below.

A computer shop hires 12 technicians and 3 supervisors for total daily wages of Php 7,020.
If one of the technicians is promoted to a supervisor, the total daily wages become Php 7,110.

In the given situation, what do you think is the daily wage of each technician and supervisor? This problem can be solved using a system of linear equations.

Let x = daily wage of a technician and y = daily wage of a supervisor. Represent the total
daily wages before one of the technicians is promoted to a supervisor.
12x + 3y = 7,020

Represent the total daily wages after one of the technicians is promoted to a supervisor.

11x + 4y = 7,110

Use the two equations to find the daily wages of a technician and a supervisor.
12x + 3y = 7,020
11x + 4y = 7,110

Solve the system graphically or by using any algebraic method.
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Lets solve the system using Elimination Method. Multiply both sides of the first equation
by 4 and the second equation by 3 to eliminate y.

12x + 3y = 7,020

11x + 4y = 7,110
4(12x + 3y = 7,020)

3(11x + 4y = 7,110)
The resulting system of linear equations is
48x + 12y = 28,080

33x + 12y = 21,330
48x + 12y = 28,080

33x + 12y = 21,330
Subtract the terms on both sides of the resulting equations.
48x + 12y = 28,080

33x + 12y = 21,330

15x
= 6,750

Using the equation 15x = 6,750, solve for x by dividing both sides of the equation by 15.
15x = 6,750

15x 6,750
=

15
15
x = 450
The daily wage of a technician is Php 450.

Learn more about Systems
of Linear Equations in Two
Variables and their Graphs
through the WEB. You may
open the following links.
1. http://www.mathguide.com/lessons/Systems.html
2. http://www.mathwarehouse.
com/algebra/linear_equation/
systems-of-equation/index.php
3. http://edhelper.com/LinearEquations.htm
4. http://www.purplemath.com/
modules/systlin1.htm

Find the daily wage of a supervisor by substituting 450 for x in
any of the original equations. Then, solve the resulting equation.

12x + 3y = 7,020;
x = 450

12(450) + 3y = 7,020 5,400 + 3y = 7,020
3y = 7,020 5,400
3y
1,620
3y = 1,620
=
3
3
y = 540

The daily wage of a supervisor is Php 540.
Answer:
The daily wages of a technician and a supervisor are Php 450

and Php 540, respectively.

You have seen how a system of linear equations is used to solve
a real-life problem. In what other real-life situations are systems of linear
equations in two variables illustrated or applied? How is the system of
linear equations in two variables used in solving real-life problems and
in making decisions?
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Now that you learned about solving systems of linear equations in two variables
graphically and algebraically, you may now try the activities in the next section.
What to
to Process
Process
What

Your goal in this section is to learn and understand solving systems of linear
equations graphically and algebraically. Use the mathematical ideas and the examples
presented in the preceding section in answering the activities provided.
A ctivity 5
WHAT SATISFIES BOTH?
Directions:
Solve each of the following systems of linear equations graphically, then

check. You may also use GeoGebra to verify your answer. If the system of
linear equations has no solution, explain why.
1.
x + y = -7

y=x+1
3.
3x + y = 2
2y = 4 6x
2.
xy=5

x + 5y = -7
4.
x+y=4
2x 3y = 3
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5.
y = 5x 2

5x 3y = -14
6.
2x 3y = 5
3y = 10 + 2x

Were you able to determine the solution of each system of linear equations in two
variables graphically? In the next activity, you will determine the resulting equation when
the value of one variable is substituted to a given equation.
A ctivity 6
Directions:
TAKE MY PLACE!
Determine the resulting equation by substituting the given value of one
variable to each of the following equations. Then solve for the other variable
using the resulting equation. Answer the questions that follow.

Equation
Value of Variable
Equation
Value of Variable
1. 4x + y = 7;
y=x+3
4. 5x + 2y = 8;
x = 3y + 1

2. x + 3y = 12;
x=4y
5. 4x 7y = -10;
y=x4
3. 2x 3y = 9;
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NS
ES TIO
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
y=x2
6. -5x = y 4;
y = 3x + 5
How did you determine each resulting equation?

What resulting equations did you arrive at?
How did you solve each resulting equation?
What mathematics concepts or principles did you apply to solve each
resulting equation?
How will you check if the value you got is a solution of the equation?

How did you find the activity? Do you think it would help you perform the next activity?
Find out when you solve systems of linear equations using the substitution method.
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A ctivity 7
Directions:
SUBSTITUTE THEN SOLVE!

Determine the resulting equation if one variable is solved in terms of the
other variable in one equation, and substitute this variable in the other
equation. Then solve the system, and answer the questions that follow.
x+y=8

1.

y=x+6
6.
3x + y = 2
9x + 2y = 7
x y = -3

3x + y = 19
2.
x = -y + 7

x y = -9
7.
3.
y = 2x

4x + 3y = 20
8.
4x + y = 6
x 2y = 15
4.
y = 2x + 5

3x 2y = -5
9.
5.
2x + 5y = 9
-x + y = 2
10.
2x + y = 10
4x + 2y = 5
-x + 3y = -2

-3x + 9y = -6
a.
NS
QU
ES TIO
b.
c.
d.
e.
How did you use substitution method in finding the solution set of
each system of linear equations?
How did you check the solution set you got?
Which systems of equations are difficult to solve? Why?
Which systems of equations have no solution? Why?
Which systems of equations have an infinite number of solutions?

Were you able to find the solution set of each system of linear equations? Do you
think this is the most convenient way to solve a system of equations? In the next activity,
you will determine the number(s) that must be multiplied to the terms of one or both
equations in a system of equations. This will lead you to find the solution set of a system
of linear equations in two variables using the elimination method.
A ctivity 8
ELIMINATE ME!
Directions:
Determine the number(s) that must be multiplied to one or both equations

in each system to eliminate one of the variables by adding the resulting
equations. Justify your answer.
To eliminate To eliminate
x y = -3
x + 3y = 5
x
y

1.
4.
3x + y = 19
4x + 2y = 7

2.
2x + y = 7
-2x + 3y = 5
3.
5x 2y = 12
2x + y = 7

5.
2 x + 5y = 10
3
5
3x y = 1
4
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-3x + 2y = 7

6.
5x + 2 = 4y

7.
9x 5y = 8
7y + 3x = 12
To eliminate To eliminate
x
y
9.
2x + 3y = 6
4x + 6y = 12
10.
14x 6y 5 = 0
6x + 10y 1 = 0
12x + 5y = 2

8.
15x 15y = 1

How did you find the activity? Do you think it will help you perform the next activity?
Find out when you solve systems of linear equations using the elimination method.
A ctivity 9
Directions:
ELIMINATE THEN SOLVE!

Solve each system of linear equations by the elimination method, then check
your answers. Answer the questions that follow.
3x + 2y = -4

1.

2x y = -12

2.
7x 2y = 4
5x + y = 15
3.
5x + 2y = 6

-2x + y = -6
4.
2x + 3y = 7
3x 5y = 1
5.
x 4y = 9
3x 2y = 7
QU
NS
ESTIO
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
6.
3x + 7y = 12

5x 4y = 20
7.
2x + y = 9
x 2y = 6
8.
5x + 2y = 10

3x 7y = -4
9.
2x + 7y = -5

3x 8y = -5
10.
-3x + 4y = -12
2x 5y = 6
How did you use the elimination method in solving each system of linear
equations?
How did you check your solution set?
Which systems of equations were most difficult to solve? Why?
When is the elimination method convenient to use?
Among the three methods of solving systems of linear equations in two
variables, which do you think is the most convenient to use? Which do
you think is not? Explain your answer.

In this section, the discussion was about solving systems of linear equations in two variables
by using graphical and algebraic methods.

Go back to the previous section and compare your initial ideas with the discussion. How
much of your initial ideas are found in the discussion? Which ideas are different and need revision?

Now that you know the important ideas about solving systems of linear equations in two
variables, lets go deeper by moving on to the next section.
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What to
to Understand
Understand
What

Your goal in this section is to take a closer look at some aspects of the topic. You
are going to think deeper and test further your understanding of the different methods of
solving systems of linear equations in two variables. After doing the following activities,
you should be able to answer the following question: How is the system of linear
equations in two variables used in solving real-life problems and in making
decisions?
A ctivity 10 LOOKING CAREFULLY AT THE GRAPHS

Directions:
Answer the following questions:

1.
How do you determine the solution set of a system of linear equations

from its graph?
2.
Do you think it is easy to determine the solution set of a system of

linear equations by graphing? Explain your answer.
3.
When are the graphical solutions of systems of linear equations

difficult to determine?
4.
How would you check if the solution set you found from the graphs of
a system of linear equations is correct?
5.
What do you think are the advantages and the disadvantages of the
graphical method of solving systems of linear equations? Explain your
answer.

Were you able to answer all the questions in the activity? Do you have better
understanding of the graphical method of solving systems of linear equations? In the next
activity, you will be given the opportunity to deepen your understanding of solving systems
of linear equations using the substitution method.
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A ctivity 11
Directions:
HOW SUBSTITUTION WORKS

Use the system of linear equations
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
5x 2y = 3
to answer the following:
2x + y = 12
How would you describe each equation in the system?

How will you solve the given system of equations?
Do you think that the substitution method is more convenient to use in
finding the solution set of the system? Explain your answer.
What is the solution set of the given system of equations? Explain how
When is the substitution method in solving systems of linear equations
convenient to use?
Give two examples of systems of linear equations in two variables that
are easy to solve by substitution? Solve each system.

How did you find the activity? Were you able to have a better understanding of the
substitution method of solving systems of linear equations? In the next activity, you will be
given the opportunity to deepen your understanding of solving systems of linear equations
using the elimination method.
A ctivity 12
Directions:
ELIMINATE ONE TO FIND THE OTHER ONE

3x 5y = 8
Use the system of linear equations
to answer the following
2x + 7y = 6
questions:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
How would you describe each equation in the system?

How will you solve the given system of equations?
Which algebraic method of solving system of linear equations do you
think is more convenient to use in finding its solution set? Why?
What is the solution set of the given system of equations? Explain how
When is the elimination method in solving systems of linear equations
convenient to use?
Give two examples of systems of linear equations in two variables that
are easy to solve by elimination. Solve each system.

The activity provided you with opportunities to deepen your understanding of solving
systems of linear equations in two variables using the elimination method. You were able
to find out which systems of linear equations can be solved conveniently by using the
substitution or elimination method. In the next activity, you will extend your understanding
of systems of linear equations in two variables to how they are used in solving real-life
problems.
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A ctivity 13
Directions:
SOLVE THEN DECIDE!

Answer each of the following questions. Show your complete solutions and
explanations/justifications.
1.
Which of the following is more economical when renting a vehicle?

LGs Rent a Car: Php 1,500 per day plus Php 35 per kilometer traveled
Rent and Drive: Php 2,000 per day plus Php 25 per kilometer traveled
2.
Luisa sells two brands of tablet PCs. She receives a commission of

12% on sales for Brand A and 8% on sales for Brand B. If she is able
to sell one of each brand of tablet for a total of Php 42,000, she will
receive a commission of Php 4,400.
a. What is the cost of each brand of tablet PC?
b. How much commission did she receive from the sale of each
brand of tablet?
c. Suppose you are Luisa and you want to maximize your earnings.
Which brand of tablet PC will you sell to maximize your earnings.
Which brand of tablet PC will you encourage your clients to buy?
Why?
3.
Cara and Trisha are comparing their plans for World Celcom postpaid
subscribers. Should Cara switch to Trisha's plan? Justify your answer.
Cara's plan:
Php 500 monthly charge

Free calls and texts to World Celcom subscribers

Php 6.50 per minute for calls to other networks
Trisha's plan:

Php 650 monthly charge

Free calls and texts to World Celcom subscribers
Php 5.00 per minute for calls to other networks
4.
Mr. Salonga has two investments. His total investment is Php 400,000.
Annually, he receives 3% interest on one investment and 7%
interest on the other. The total interest that Mr. Salonga receives
in a year is Php 16,000.
a.
b.
c.
How much money does Mr. Salonga have in each investment?

In which investment did Mr. Salonga earn more?
Suppose you were Mr. Salonga, in which investment will you
place more money? Why?
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5.
The school canteen sells chicken and egg sandwiches. It generates

a revenue of Php 2 for every chicken sandwich sold and Php 1.25
for every egg sandwich sold. Yesterday, the canteen sold all 420
sandwiches that the staff prepared and generated a revenue of
Php 615.
a.
b.
How many sandwiches of each kind was the canteen able to sell
yesterday?
Suppose the teacher in charge of the canteen wishes to increase
the canteen's revenue from sandwiches sold to Php 720. Is it
possible to do this without raising the price per sandwich? How?

What new insights do you have about solving systems of linear equations? What
new connections have you made for yourself?

Lets extend your understanding. This time, apply what you have learned in real life
by doing the tasks in the next section.
What to
to Transfer
Transfer
What

Your goal in this section is to apply your learning to real-life situations. You will
be given a practical task in which you will demonstrate your understanding of solving
systems of linear equations in two variables.
A ctivity 14
PLAY THE ROLE OF

Cite situations in real life where systems of linear equations in two variables are applied.
Form a group of 5 members and role play each situation. With your groupmates, formulate
problems out of these situations, then solve them in as many ways as you can.
A ctivity 15
SELECT THE BEST POSTPAID PLAN
1.
Make a list of all postpaid plans being offered by different mobile network companies.
2.
Use the postpaid plans to formulate problems involving systems of linear equations in
two variables. Clearly define all variables used and solve all problems formulated. Use
the given rubric to rate your work.
3.
Determine the best postpaid plan that each company offers based on your current
cellphone usage. Explain your answer.
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Rubric on Problems Formulated and Solved
Score
Descriptors
6
Poses a more complex problem with 2 or more correct possible solutions
and communicates ideas unmistakably, shows in-depth comprehension of
the pertinent concepts and/or processes and provides explanations wherever
appropriate.
5
Poses a more complex problem and finishes all significant parts of the solution and communicates ideas unmistakably, shows in-depth comprehension
of the pertinent concepts and/or processes.
4
Poses a complex problem and finishes all significant parts of the solution
and communicates ideas unmistakably, shows in-depth comprehension of the
pertinent concepts and/or processes.
3
Poses a complex problem and finishes most significant parts of the solution
and communicates ideas unmistakably, shows comprehension of major concepts although neglects or misinterprets less significant ideas or details.
2
Poses a problem and finishes some significant parts of the solution and communicates ideas unmistakably but shows gaps on theoretical comprehension.
1
Poses a problem but demonstrates minor comprehension, not being able to
develop an approach.
Source: D.O. #73 s. 2012

In this section, your tasks were to cite real-life situations and formulate and solve

problems involving systems of linear equations in two variables.

How did you find the performance task? How did the task help you see the real world
application of systems of linear equations in two variables?
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Module 1: Special Products and Factors.................................. 1

Module 2: RATIONAL ALGEBRAIC EXPRESSIONS AND

Module 3: RELATIONS AND FUNCTIONS....................................113

Module Map..................................................................................... 114

Module 4: LINEAR INEQUALITIES IN TWO VARIABLES..............209

Module Map..................................................................................... 210

Module 5: SYSTEMS OF LINEAR EQUATIONS AND

Module Map..................................................................................... 244

Activity 5.............................................................................. 278

Module 6: REASONING............................................................. 315

Module Map.................................................................................... 316

Module 7: HOW STABLE AM I? TRIANGLE CONGRUENCE......... 343

Module Map.................................................................................... 344

Module 8: INEQUALITIES IN TRIANGLES...................................373

Module Map.................................................................................... 374

Activity 17............................................................................ 419

Module 9: PARALLELISM AND PERPENDICULARITY.................. 441

Module Map.................................................................................... 442

Module 11: INTRODUCTION TO PROBABILITY...........................555

INTRODUCTION AND FOCUS QUESTIONS

II. LESSONS AND COVERAGE

Lesson 1 Special Products

In these lessons, you will learn to:

identify polynomials which are special products through pattern

Common Monomial Factor

Perfect Square Trinomial

Sum and Difference of Two

Sum and Difference of Two

Which mathematical statement is correct?

Which of the following DOES NOT belong to the group?

(2x y) (3x y) = 6x2 5xy + y2

Which of the following gives a product of x2 + 5x + 4?

Find the missing terms: (x + ___)(3x + ___) = 3x2 + 27x + 24

W(2L 5) (3H + 4) = 520

One of the factors of 2a2 + 5a 12 is a + 4. What is the other factor?

The side of a square is x cm long. The length of a rectangle is 5 cm longer than

Yes, because squaring a binomial always produces a binomial product.

Show a replica of a closet.

accuracy of measurements and wise utilization of materials

Feasibility and budget

Hire number of workers to spread fertilizers in the farmland.

Appropriateness and the resources used

IV. LEARNING GOALS AND TARGETS

In this module, you will have the following targets:

Demonstrate understanding of the key concepts of special products and factors of

Now, answer the following questions:

The indicated products can be solved easily using different patterns.

What do you notice about the given expressions?

A ctivity 1 IRF WORKSHEET

This activity will enable you to review multiplication of polynomials.

How did you find each indicated product?

How many terms do the products contain?

Let us start by doing the next activity.

The square of a binomial is expressed as (x + y)2 or (x + y)(x + y) and (x y)2 or

A ctivity 4 FOLD TO SQUARE

Did you find any pattern? What pattern is it?

Observe the following examples:

a. (x 3)2 = (x)2 3x 3x + (3)2 c. (3x + 4y)2 = (3x)2 + 12xy + 12xy + (4y)2

Raising a power to a power

Find the missing terms: (x + _)(3x + _) = 3x2 + 27x + 24

(a2b _ _)2